This palace was built by Qajar Kings in 19th century as their summer residence in Tochal foothills and Darband valley.
In 1920s, Reza shah Pahlavi and in 1970s his son, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi with their Royal family live there.
During Pahlavi era around 18 palaces were built that all are the symbol of beautiful Iranian architecture. There are 12 Qanats, 8 entrance doors and 20 palaces .The oldest palace is “Kooshk Ahmad Shahi “ that was built by Ahmad Shah Qajar and the newest one is Leila Pahlavi Palace.
White palace, green palace, Omidvar brothers museum and Behzad museum are of the most visited palaces and museums in this complex.
Here are the lists of palaces:
1. Mellat Palace Museum (White Palace)
2. Ahmad shahi palace
3. Shahvand Palace Museum (Green palace)
4. Fine Arts Museum (Black Palace)
5. Military Museum
6. Royal Plates Museum (Ashraf Palace)
7. Royal Weapons Museum
8. Royal Cars Museum
9. Royal Kitchen Museum
10. Master Farshchian Miniature Museum
11. Master Behzad Museum
12. Master MirEmad Calligraphy Museum
13. Omidvar Brothers Museum
14. The Museum of Historical Documents
15. Contemporary History and Handicrafts Museum, People & Art
16. Nations Art Museum
17. Water Museum