Iran yesterday formally inaugurated the Milad Tower which is set to become a major landmark in the country as it stands as the world’s fourth largest telecom tower.

The tower which has been built keeping in lines with Iran’s Islamic architecture stands on a hill in northwestern Tehran and measures 435 metres (1,427 feet) from the base to the tip of the antenna. The tower took 11 years to complete at an investment of 194 million dollars (142 million euros).

Additionally as an added attraction, the tower hosts a 12-story glass and metal head 60 metres (197 feet) in diametre, which accommodates a rotating restaurant, television and telecommunication area, an art gallery and an open terrace.

"Milad Tower will be incorporated in the collective memory of Iranians," said Tehran Mayor Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf.

The tower finds itself in the same league as other global telecom tower landmarks like the CN Tower in Toronto, Ostankino Tower in Moscow and the Oriental Pearl Tower in Shanghai.