Tehran County facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Tehran County
شهرستان تهران
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Tehran County in Tehran Province
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| Country |  Iran |
| Province | Tehran |
| Capital | Tehran |
| Bakhsh (Districts) | Central District, Kan District, Aftab District |
| Population | |
| • Total | 7,882,843 |
| Time zone | UTC+3:30 (IRST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+4:30 (IRDT) |
| Tehran County can be found at GEOnet Names Server, at this link, by opening the Advanced Search box, entering "9206102" in the "Unique Feature Id" form, and clicking on "Search Database". | |
Tehran County (which is شهرستان تهران in Persian) is a special area in Iran. It is like a big district or region. The most important city in Tehran County is Tehran. Tehran is also the capital city of Iran!
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What is a County?
A county is a type of local area. It helps to organize a country. Think of it like a large neighborhood or a group of towns. Each county has its own local government. This government helps manage things like schools and roads.
Why are Counties Important?
Counties help make sure that services reach everyone. They divide bigger areas into smaller, easier-to-manage parts. This makes it simpler to govern and provide for the people living there.
Where is Tehran County Located?
Tehran County is in the country of Iran. Iran is in the Middle East. This county is part of a larger area called Tehran Province. A province is like a state or a big region.
Tehran Province and Its Capital
Tehran Province is one of the busiest provinces in Iran. Tehran County is right in the middle of it. The capital city of both the county and the province is Tehran.
Tehran: The Capital City
Tehran is a very big and important city. It is the capital of Iran. Millions of people live and work there. Tehran is a busy place with many tall buildings. It has many interesting places to visit. These include museums, parks, and markets.
What Makes Tehran Special?
Tehran is a center for many things. It is important for business, culture, and politics in Iran. It has many universities and hospitals. The city is always growing and changing.
Districts of Tehran County
Tehran County is divided into smaller parts called districts. These districts help manage the different areas within the county. Some of these districts include:
- Central District
- Kan District
- Aftab District
These districts help local governments serve the people better.
