Iran: capital, population, borders and facts
Iran is a country in Asia. Its capital city is Tehran. Roughly 91 million people live there, based on rounded estimates for around 2024. Iran shares a land border with 7 countries: Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Iraq, Pakistan, Turkey and Turkmenistan. Its coast touches the Caspian Sea, Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman. The national flag uses green, white and red.
| Capital city | Tehran |
|---|---|
| Continent | Asia |
| Population (approx.) | 91 million |
| Land neighbours | 7: Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Iraq, Pakistan, Turkey, Turkmenistan |
| Seas and oceans | Caspian Sea, Persian Gulf, Gulf of Oman |
| Flag colours | green, white, red |
Outline of Iran
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Iran?
The capital of Iran is Tehran.
What is the population of Iran?
Iran has roughly 91 million people (rounded estimate, around 2024).
Which countries border Iran?
Iran borders Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Iraq, Pakistan, Turkey and Turkmenistan.
Is Iran landlocked?
No, Iran is not landlocked.
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More countries in Asia
Afghanistan Armenia Azerbaijan Bahrain Bangladesh Bhutan Brunei Cambodia China Georgia India Indonesia Iraq Japan Jordan Kazakhstan Kuwait Kyrgyzstan Laos Lebanon Malaysia Maldives Mongolia Myanmar Nepal North Korea Oman Pakistan Philippines Qatar Saudi Arabia Singapore South Korea Sri Lanka Syria Tajikistan Thailand Timor-Leste Turkmenistan United Arab Emirates Uzbekistan Vietnam Yemen
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