Attractions dans la province du Lorestan

Lorestan Province Highlights

Lorestan Province, situated in the heart of the Zagros Mountains, is defined by its dramatic topography and ancient Sassanid-era architecture. The region features the Falak-ol-Aflak Castle, a massive hilltop fortification in Khorramabad, and the historic Pol Dokhtar Bridge. Natural landmarks include the 48-meter high Bisheh Waterfall located near the Trans-Iranian Railway, the towering Nojian Waterfall, and the foamy cascades of Ab Sefid. These sites illustrate the province's strategic historical importance and its diverse hydrogeological landscape.

Lorestan Province Highlights — Carte

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Bishe waterfall (Abshar Bishe)

Bisheh Waterfall is a waterfall in the village of Istgah-e Bisheh, Papi District in Khorramabad County, Iran.

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Falak-ol-Aflak Castle

Falak-ol-Aflak or Shapur Khast Castle is a castle situated on the top of a large hill with the same name within the city of Khorramabad,…

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Pol Dokhtar Bridge

Sassanid-era masonry bridge spanning the Kashkan River. Known for its single remaining high arch, it historically served as a vital link on the road between Susa and Ecbatana.

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Nojian Waterfall

One of Iran's highest waterfalls, reaching approximately 95 meters. It is situated 38 kilometers southeast of Khorramabad and is surrounded by highlands known for diverse medicinal plants.

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Abshar ab sfyd

Situated in Aligudarz County at the base of the Tamandar Mountains. The water's white, foamy appearance is caused by the high-pressure mixture of water and air as it cascades down the rock face.

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Abshar afrynh

A wide waterfall located at the confluence of the Cheshmeh-Mahi and Afrineh rivers. It is situated near the village of Afrineh on the highway connecting Khorramabad to Pol-e Dokhtar.

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Ghaleh Hatam Castle

A historic site near Borujerd featuring a unique bridge-dam structure. Constructed during the Qajar period, it was designed to function as an aqueduct to transport water across the valley.

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قلعه سفید دره شهر

An ancient fortification situated in the foothills of the Kabir Kuh mountain range. The ruins feature stone and gypsum mortar construction characteristic of Sassanid-era defensive architecture.