Karaj

Karaj is a city west of Tehran in northern Iran and the capital of Alborz province. It is a major urban center in the Tehran metropolitan region.

Tehran: Tehran is Iran’s capital and largest city, located east of Karaj. Karaj lies west of Tehran and is closely connected to its metropolitan region.
Tehran–Karaj Commuter Rail: Tehran–Karaj commuter rail is a suburban railway linking Karaj with Tehran. It carries commuters between Karaj and the capital.
Alborz Mountains: The Alborz Mountains are a mountain range in northern Iran along the southern Caspian region. The range forms the northern backdrop to Karaj and shapes its regional setting.
Karaj River: The Karaj River flows from the Alborz Mountains toward the Tehran region. The river and its watershed are closely associated with the city’s location and water supply.
Iran: Iran is a country in Western Asia, bordered by the Caspian Sea and the Persian Gulf. Karaj is one of Iran’s major cities.
Karaj Metro: Karaj Metro is a rapid-transit system serving Karaj and its surrounding urban area. Its lines address travel within the growing city.
Tehran metropolitan area: The Tehran metropolitan area is Iran’s largest urban agglomeration, centered on Tehran. Karaj’s rapid growth is closely tied to expansion beyond Tehran.
Amir Kabir Dam: Amir Kabir Dam is a large dam on the Karaj River northwest of Karaj. The reservoir supplies water and is a prominent feature of the city’s surrounding landscape.
Qazvin: Qazvin is a city and province in northwestern Iran, west of Karaj. The cities lie along the corridor west of Tehran.
University of Tehran: The University of Tehran is a public research university founded in 1934. Its Karaj campus is associated with the city’s higher-education landscape.

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Tehran MetroRelated: Suburban rail service connects Karaj with the capital’s transit network.