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The Sa'dabad Complex is a palace and museum complex situated in the Shemiran district of northern Tehran, Iran, covering approximately 110 hectares. It was originally developed during the Qajar dynasty in the 19th century and significantly expanded during the Pahlavi era, when it served as a royal residence. Following the 1979 Iranian Revolution, the complex was opened to the public and now houses multiple museums displaying art, textiles, vehicles, and royal artifacts.

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Where is the Sa'dabad Complex and how large is it?

Sa'dabad is in the Shemiran district of northern Tehran, Iran. The museum complex covers about 110 hectares and contains 18 buildings, 10 of which operate as museums. [Iran Cultural Heritage Organization](https://en.icro.ir/Museums/Sa%E2%80%99dabad-Complex)

Was Sa'dabad built by the Qajar dynasty or the Pahlavis?

Its origins lie in a Qajar summer residence, but the complex was greatly expanded under the Pahlavi dynasty after 1925. It therefore contains buildings and collections connected with both periods of Iranian royal history. [Iran Cultural Heritage Organization](https://en.icro.ir/Museums/Sa%E2%80%99dabad-Complex)

Which museums can you see at Sa'dabad?

The complex includes the Green Palace Museum, the Mellat Palace Museum, the Museum of Fine Arts, the Royal Clothing Museum, and the Museum of Weapons. Each occupies a former palace or mansion with its own architectural character. [Visit Iran](https://visitiran.ir/en/attraction/saadabad-palace-complex)

Is Sa'dabad one palace or a collection of buildings?

It is a collection of royal mansions, gardens, and museum buildings rather than one palace. The official description lists 18 buildings spread across 110 hectares, reflecting the site's expansion from a Qajar retreat into a Pahlavi summer-palace complex. [Iran Cultural Heritage Organization](https://en.icro.ir/Museums/Sa%E2%80%99dabad-Complex)

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