Velenjak () is an affluent neighbourhood in the northwest of

Tehran Tehran (; , ''Tehrân'') is the capital and largest city of Iran. It is the capital of Tehran province, and the administrative center for Tehran County and its Central District (Tehran County), Central District. With a population of around 9. ...

, Iran. Velenjak (also called the Roof of Tehran) is located in the Shemiran area in the northernmost part of Tehran, on the slopes of the Alborz mountain range. It is known for its landscapes, mild climate, mountain air, springs, and

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. Velenjak houses many foreign residents, particularly people of South Korean descent who work in the finance and industrial firms throughout Tehran. Many

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are located in Velenjak, including the embassies of

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, and numerous ambassadorial residences.

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and Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, are also located in this area. Beheshti University is located in Velenjak. It is known for its engineering program. The university also has Natural Sciences, Humanities, and Social Science programs.

Culture

Mode and fashion

People of Velenjak usually follow global

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rather than the fashion of Iran. Also, This neighbourhood has hosted many Iranian fashion events.

Food

This neighborhood is a great place to enjoy Iranian food. There are many high-end cafes and restaurants in Velenjak, both modern and classic, serving both Iranian and cosmopolitan cuisine.

Sports

There are many modern sports facilities in Velenjak but Tochal Complex is known as the neighbourhood's most popular sports venue. Velenjak is located adjacent to the Tochal Complex, a ski resort area with a

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up to Mount Tochal. Tochal is one of the biggest tourist destinations in the Alborz Mountains adjacent to Velenjak. People walk up Tochal during the night time, it has many restaurants and coffee shops, with views of the city from the top.

Music

The singer Benyamin Bahadori has stated that he is from Velenjak in an interview with Radio Javan.

References

* http://www.tageo.com/index-e-ir-v-26-d-534187.htm * http://iran.places-in-the-world.com/8449641-place-velenjak-north.html * http://www.priceiran.com/house-price-iran/ * http://triptopersia.com/iran-practical-guides/dress-code * http://www.travelwithpedro.com/tehran-part-1-most-famous-landmark/

External links

velenjak-kojast.ir
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