The Islamic Republic of Iran is located in Southwest Asia and is part of the Middle East, covering an area of over 1,648,195 square kilometers, making it the sixteenth largest country in the world by area. Geographically, Iran is in the southern half of the northern temperate zone. About 90% of the country’s land is within the Iranian plateau. The terrain of Iran is generally mountainous and semi-arid with an average elevation of over 1200 meters above sea level.
Islamic Republic of Iran
Geographical Overview
Iran: The Transit Hub of the Region
Economically, major global trade routes by sea and land pass through or near Iran, and accordingly, Iran has maritime and land borders with fifteen neighboring countries. Additionally, possessing a significant portion of the world’s energy… Iran is a strategic nexus between East and West and with a strategic location, an adequate network of rail and road transport… Iran has created a unique transit hub for investment.