Mausoleum of Ruhollah Khomeini
حرم امام خمینی
The massive mausoleum of Ruhollah Khomeini, leader of the Islamic Revolution, with a golden dome and four minarets beside a highway on Tehran's south side.
Located on the southern outskirts of Tehran beside the Behesht-e Zahra cemetery, construction began in 1989 and expansion is still ongoing. The golden dome and four 91 m minarets are visible from afar, and the vast interior hall is where worshippers pray and picnic. It offers a glimpse of contemporary Iranian politics and religion. Men and women use separate entrances, and women must wear a chador. Metro Line 1 runs directly to Haram-e Motahar station, and the visit can be combined with a trip to Imam Khomeini Airport.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Shah Abdol-Azim Shrine
- Tughrul Tower
- Grand Bazaar of Tehran
- Golestan Palace
- Marble Palace
- National Museum of Iran
- Ebrat Museum
- Abgineh Museum (Glass and Ceramic Museum)