Dolat Gate Gas Station Museum: a treasure of history in the heart of Tehran
Government Gate Gas Station Museum is actually a journey through time. It is as if by entering this museum, you are traveling to the past decades and the peak of the oil industry in Iran. In this museum, nostalgia is mixed with history and education and has created an attractive and informative atmosphere for visitors.
In the following, we point out some interesting parts of Darveza Dolat Gas Station Museum:
Exhibition of photos and documents:
In this section, an exquisite collection of photos and historical documents related to Iran’s oil industry is displayed. These photos and documents tell the ups and downs story of this industry from the time of discovery until today. The images of early explorers and engineers, the stages of oil drilling and extraction, the establishment of refineries, the nationalization of the oil industry, and the role of oil in Iran’s economy and politics are only a part of this exhibition.
Objects and equipment:
A collection of objects and equipment related to the oil industry is also displayed in the Dolat Gate gas station museum. Oil industry employees’ clothes in different eras, tools and equipment used in oil exploration and extraction, replicas of old gas stations, fuel tankers, and examples of petroleum products are among these objects and equipment.
Refurbished gas station:
One of the most attractive parts of the museum is the old gas station, which has been completely restored. Visitors can visit this gas station and get acquainted with the way of refueling in the past.
Open space and grounds:
The open space and museum area of Darveza Dolat gas station is also an attractive and spectacular space. Metal structures, fuel tankers, and creative arrangements have created a nostalgic atmosphere reminiscent of the past.
Educational and cultural programs:
Government Gate Gas Station Museum is not just a place to visit. In this museum, various educational and cultural programs such as tourist tours, educational workshops, film screenings, and specialized meetings are also held. These programs are an opportunity for those interested in the history of the oil industry to learn about the different dimensions of this industry and its challenges.
