Iran
Turkey
Area Comparison
Tehran is 7.5x smaller than Istanbul
Population Comparison
Tehran has 1.7x fewer people than Istanbul
Tehran is iran's capital and largest city. With an area of 730 km² and a population of 9.13 million, it stands as one of the major urban centers in Iran.
Istanbul is turkey's largest city, spanning europe and asia. Covering 5,461 km² with 15.46 million residents, it plays a significant role in Turkey's urban landscape.
When comparing these two cities at the same map scale, you can visually appreciate the differences in their urban sprawl, street patterns, and overall city planning approaches. Use the synchronized zoom feature above to explore how these cities compare at various levels of detail.