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Episode Forty-Three: Atbay Park
Radionist
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2023-09-23
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Atbay Park, an expansive garden once deemed 'Paradise on Earth' with a mansion rivaling royal palaces, was commissioned by Mirza Ali Asghar Khan Amin al-Soltan, Prime Minister under three Qajar monarchs, around 1305 AH in north Tehran. This historic landmark, now home t Read more…Atbay Park, an expansive garden once deemed 'Paradise on Earth' with a mansion rivaling royal palaces, was commissioned by Mirza Ali Asghar Khan Amin al-Soltan, Prime Minister under three Qajar monarchs, around 1305 AH in north Tehran. This historic landmark, now home to the Russian Embassy, embodies pivotal moments in Iranian history—from modern theater's emergence to social movements, diplomatic relations, and tragic historical events. This episode explores the park's architectural grandeur and its multifaceted role in shaping Iran's cultural and political landscape. Close