The Former U.S. Embassy in Tehran: Transformation into a Museum
Today, the former U.S. embassy complex in Tehran stands as a museum, attracting both Iranian citizens and international visitors eager to see where history unfolded. The building’s walls are adorned with murals and propaganda art reflecting Iran’s revolutionary sentiments and its enduring mistrust of American influence.
Known as the “Den of Espionage Museum” by locals, the museum serves as a testament to Iran’s victory against Western influence, as perceived by the revolutionary ideology. Among its exhibits are rooms preserved to reflect the original state of the embassy during the hostage crisis, including equipment believed to have been used by the CIA. This unique preservation allows visitors to see the communication rooms, surveillance equipment, and decoding machines used by embassy staff before the revolution.