• Instagram
  • LinkedIn
  • WhatsApp
  • Twitter
  • English English English en
  • Deutsch Deutsch German de
  • Русский Русский Russian ru
☎ +989356270002
Best Iran Tours & Travel Packages 2023
  • Home
  • Iran Tours
    • Iran tour packages price
    • Iran Culinary and Traditional Music Tour (8 day)
    • Iran Ancient (8 day)
    • Iran People (12 day)
    • Iran Inspiration (14 day)
    • Iran Old Roads (14 day)
    • Taste of Iranian Music (14 day)
    • Iran Black Tents (15 day)
    • Iran Desert and Culture (18 day)
    • Iranian Ziggurat (21 day)
    • Black Church (22 day)
    • Iran Glory (23 day)
    • Iran Nature and Historical Sightseeing (25 day)
  • Adventure Tours
    • Dizin (5 day)
    • Dizin – Kish (7 day)
    • Damavand (9 day)
    • Trekking in North of Iran (12 day)
    • Silkroad on Your Bike (16 day)
  • Services
    • Iran Visa
      • Visa Services
      • Visa for U.S , U.K & Canadian Citizens
    • Iran Hotels
    • Iran Guides
    • Transportation
    • Car Rental
    • MICE Services
    • Tailor Made Itinerary and Services
    • Iran Travel Insurance
    • Domestic Flight Ticket
  • Iran Guidebook
    • Iran
    • Iran Cities
    • Climate
    • Iran Dress Code
    • Persian Cuisine
    • Transport Information
    • Language
    • Iran Currency
    • Iran Map
    • Iran Tourist High Season and Low Season
    • Public Holidays in Iran
    • Learning Farsi
  • Gallery
    • Iran Cities Photos
    • Gashttour Tours Photos
  • Blog
    • Iran Travel Blog
    • Travel News
  • About Us
    • About Gashttour
    • Awards & Certificates
    • CEO Message
    • Our Customers Testimonials
  • Contact Us
  • Search
  • Menu Menu

Ahvaz

Khuzestan Province

When a person fights for land, when the people of an area defend a land with empty hands, whether they choose it or not, they plant a part of their heart in that soil and grow up with it. It is the story of Khuzestan and its folk.

Ahvaz was my hometown, Khuzestan’s centre and the largest city of the province. However, Ahvaz is Khuzestan’s child and does not possess the same historic-cultural legacy Khuzestan does. That is why, in this blog despite the White Bridge, I won’t leave you in Ahvaz long. This story is much greater than just one city. It’s is about a vast land, open stretched wide arms and warm enough to make you feel safe. You could stay in Ahvaz as the facilities are much more comfortable there, and then ride the road to see what Khuzestan is about.

Khuzestan is the richest province of Iran and at the same time the most deprived.

Enrichment can be divided into different categories: History, culture, industry, economy, human resources and, agricultural resources.

The first indigenous civilization of the Iranian plateau that was able to establish its foothold in the ancient world originated in Khuzestan. The Elamites had an amazing place in the historical periods of Iran, and if we are honest, we must say that the Aryans learned from the Elamites how to live in a land, how to municipal or urban engineering, how to be civil and so, make their own culture.

ahvaz

Cities in Khuzestan, such as Chogha Zanbil, Susa, and Shushtar, are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Susa was for a long time one of the important capitals of the Achaemenid.

The first prestigious university in Iran, Jondishapur, was built during the Sassanid’s reign in Khuzestan. Khuzestan was the best passage to Ctesiphon and as a result, it became very populated.

It was the first place that the Arabs destroyed and for a long time, due to its proximity to the center of the Abbasid caliphate, it found a Bedouin and Arab culture. This did not weaken Khuzestan, but like a deep ocean that allows any flow of water, it welcomed different people and contrasting cultures.

In contemporary times, two things put Khuzestan back on the map again: one was the discovery of oil and the transformation of Masjed Soleiman, Abadan, and other cities into refineries producing oil and oil products, and the other was the invasion of archaeologists to the historical plains of Khuzestan.

Once again, Khuzestan became the center of attention, and this time the Europeans entered and exploited its resources to their advantage. Colonialism is not a phenomenon whose dirty face could be washed away over time. Colonialism from the past to the present and as long as man lives on this planet is bad, ugly, and disgusting.

Who will ever forgive Hitler? Anyone who can acquit Hitler of his sins also considers the colonialists innocent, and this is stooping so low from humanity.

With the nationalization of the oil industry on March 15, 1951, this huge source of wealth returned to the Iranian people, but what archaeologists stole from Persian history remains still in the world’s leading museums, without naming the original owners.

The calamities of Khuzestan did not end at that point. The longest war in the Middle East since World War II took place between Iran and Iraq. Khuzestan lost parts of its territory at the beginning of the war, but with heavy casualties, men and women, teenagers, and anyone who could help Khuzestan in any way possible, they reclaimed what Saddam took. The effects of the destruction of Khuzestan, especially in the border cities, are still standing and visible.

This war, this acceptance of different cultures, communication with all parts of the world through the international ports of Khuzestan, the harsh weather, and high heat, have softened the hearts of its people. They are very patient, warm-hearted, kind, and loving. Even if you are a stranger, a sudden guest, they are so receptive that you do not feel a bit far away from your family, city and, country.

Khuzestan is not a place to forget. It has so much to give that it will never end, it will never die, and will live forever, as long as the earth stands (or spins in scientific terms).

Khuzestan’s best places to see:

Suspension Bridge is also known as the White Bridge (Ahvaz)

The White Bridge is one of the old bridges in Ahvaz and it is built over the Karun River. Iran’s very first suspension bridge has become a symbol of Ahvaz, Khuzestan’s capital. The construction of this bridge was complete in 1936 by German engineers and was renovated and restored in 2010. Currently, this bridge is used one-way by cars and there are two sidewalks for pedestrians on both sides.

White Bridge

Shush Castle (Shush)

The ancient site of Susa has been repeatedly researched by local and foreign archaeologists. Jean-Jacques de Morgan built up a castle to protect the historical hills and sites of ancient Susa. He also helped himself with what Darius the great left from his grand Apadana, material, and decoration. 

Shush Castle

Apadana Palace (Shush)

As this Palace is one of UNESCO World’s Heritage sites, we have a full section devoted to it. For more information, read UNESCO World Heritages in Iran on our website, or take a short trip to the Louvre museum! 

Chogha Zanbil

Again, this great Ziggurat has a dedicated blog in our website’s UNESCO World’s Heritage sites in Iran section. Fortunately, this Ziggurat was so large and grand that the archaeologists couldn’t take it with them. So when you go to Chogha Zanbil, near Shush, you could see it. It is still there. 

Chogha Zanbil

Tomb of Daniel, the Prophet (Shush)

Not that the building has anything special, but for such a long time, especially when Achaemenid was ruling, this tomb was a central and very important holy shrine for the Jews. Legends have it that Daniel was one of the prophets of Israel who lived in Babylon in the seventh century BC. After the freedom of the Jews by Cyrus the Great, he came and lived in Susa. Its dome is not in the classic style of domes. It is not round but rather conical.

 

Shushtar Historical Hydraulic System (Shushtar)

Shushtar Historical Hydraulic System was the largest industrial complex before the Industrial Revolution. Yet another UNESCO World Heritage site of Khuzestan awaits you in Shushtar. So magnificent, large, and this time not the historical events but the brilliance of the engineers’ mind would capture your attention. Don’t forget to read put full documentary and introduction of this site in the section of UNESCO World’s Heritage of Iran.

Shushtar

Abadan

If you’d like to see what happened exactly when Iraq invaded Khuzestan, Abadan is the place. Not just the war-affected people’s nature, but also because of the refinery, the British government -before the revolution- constructed many things in Abadan. People still use the words “line, time, tomato, and gate” in their common conversation.

Abadan was the first place to serve Pizza, had a disco and club. People who have lived in Abadan at those times say it was the LA of Iran. The church of Christians is side by side an Islamic mosque. Its people are full of life, happy, and fun to hang out with. Plus, they are huge fans of Brazilian football!  

There are two costumes mostly seen in Abadan. First the special way they mourn Muharram. They gather up in circles, inside cycles, each man holding the next man’s wrist and as they step forward and back, they move counter-clockwise while stamping onto their chest with the rhythm of the Noha. It may look like an ancient dance, but with a heavy heart. 

The second, if from the Arabs who live in Khuzestan. I have seen this in Abadan so I might as well mention it here. Coffee is a traditional drink of these tribes. They have a special ceremony both for making it and serving it. Just remember, if you do not shake your cup they will continue to serve you coffee as long as they don’t see your sign.

Abadan

Kapu Weaving (Dezful)

Dezful has brilliant weather, large weather, and natural landscapes. This nature has given the people of Dezful the material they need to weave Kapu.  

The young stems of the palm tree are wrapped around the stems of the cortex and create different shapes of utensils or baskets to put your clothes, kinds of stuff, and whatever you’d like to be put in something. Various colors, shapes, and decorations are used while weaving Kapu.

Kapu

Hawizeh Marshes (Hawizeh)

Hawizeh Marshes (Hur al-Azim) is the largest border wetland in Khuzestan province, which is one of the largest wetlands in Iran. This wetland is located on the border of Iran and Iraq.

During the Iran-Iraq war, the city of Dasht-e Azadegan suffered heavy damage and was almost destroyed. This region has witnessed many ups and downs during its life so that no traces of its ancient history remain. Dehlawieh, Hawizeh, Chazabeh, Jafir, Talaieh operational areas are among the tourist attractions of the region.

Sarakhiyeh or the Persian Venice

Sarakhiyeh village is famous for its traditional texture the Venice, Iran because it is located on the water and the only means of transportation in this village is by boat. The villagers speak Arabic but are so welcoming that they would take you on a magnificent tour. Unlike Venice, you will see no sign of modernity there. Most houses are built out of natural materials.

This village is built exactly in the heart of Shadegan wetland. Shadegan International Wetland has rich biodiversity and many tourist attractions.

Sarakhiyeh

 

Iran Cities:

TEHRAN | ISFAHAN | SHIRAZ | YAZD | KERMAN | HAMADAN | KERMANSHAH | GOLESTAN PROVINCE | HORMUZ ISLAND | MASHHAD | TABRIZ | KASHAN | ABYANEH | BUSHEHR |KANDOVAN | ZANJAN | AHVAZ | QAZVIN | QESHM ISLAND | KISH | MASULEH | RASHT | QOM | BANDAR ABBAS

 

This post is also available in: German

Search

Recent
  • Wizz AirYerevan – New Wizz Air route at Katowice AirportJanuary 29, 2023 - 5:42 am
  • yatching in DubaiFive reasons why we love yatching in Dubai & you should...January 29, 2023 - 5:15 am
  • onefinestayonefinestay launches long-stay New York offeringJanuary 28, 2023 - 8:57 am
  • Hamad AirportQatar Airways Privilege Club and Qatar Duty-Free Announce...January 28, 2023 - 7:54 am
  • Viva CruisesViva Cruises launches 2023 sailing season with year-round...January 26, 2023 - 6:43 am
  • VeniceVenice’s top ten attractions: the ideal plan for a long...January 25, 2023 - 8:44 am
  • shooting range in KrakowIs a visit to the shooting range in Krakow good entertainment...January 24, 2023 - 5:20 am
  • American road trip guideThe ultimate American road trip guideJanuary 23, 2023 - 10:36 am
  • TobermoryEverything you need to know about Tobermory, Ontario, in...January 22, 2023 - 5:19 am
  • IrelandFive fun things to do when visiting IrelandJanuary 21, 2023 - 5:53 am
  • St. Louis, MissouriNext destination: Places you’ll love when you visit St....January 19, 2023 - 7:22 am
  • CroatiaUseful Croatia travel tips for first-timersJanuary 19, 2023 - 5:48 am
  • Botswana safarisWhere to go for most exciting Botswana safarisJanuary 18, 2023 - 6:14 am
  • LondonTwelve hidden gems in London you must exploreJanuary 18, 2023 - 5:41 am
  • Frankfurt AirportFraport traffic figures 2022: Dynamic growth doubles passenger...January 17, 2023 - 8:39 am
Popular
  • Kashkan BridgeBridges in IranFebruary 2, 2020 - 10:57 am
  • blankIran emerging as the new experiential travel hotspotFebruary 10, 2019 - 7:02 am
  • blankChinese are allowed to visit Iran visa-freeJuly 1, 2019 - 10:31 am
  • blankIran Is Safe, Beautiful and Attracting: Marc WilmotsJuly 2, 2019 - 10:16 am
  • blankVisa-Free Regime for Chinese TouristsJuly 4, 2019 - 7:54 am
  • blankConstruction of Kish Island’s First 7-Star Hotel Unde...July 6, 2019 - 6:28 am
  • Darbe ShazdehRanking of Iran hotelsJuly 8, 2019 - 12:47 pm
  • Iranian ForestUNESCO Adds Iranian Forest To World Heritage ListJuly 9, 2019 - 10:12 am
  • iran is safeUNWTO says to introduce Iran as safe tourism destination;...July 18, 2019 - 9:57 am
  • Traditional HotelAnother traditional hotel start working in IsfahanJuly 23, 2019 - 7:38 am
  • ChabaharForeign Travelers to Chabahar Up 147%July 24, 2019 - 11:33 am
  • iran tourIran Tourism Grows 1.9% to Account for 6.5% of GDPJuly 30, 2019 - 9:42 am
  • Iran's Top HotelsIran’s Top 8 Hotels in 2019: Trip Advisor Travelers’...August 1, 2019 - 8:23 am
  • Visa Hong KongVisa-Free Regime for Hong Kong TouristsAugust 3, 2019 - 10:16 am
  • iran tourIran Ambassador: Iran major destination for foreign tou...August 4, 2019 - 8:14 am
Tags
Black Church Caves of Iran Christianity Culture of Iran Culture Tour Historical places in Iran Iran Attractions Iran cities Iran Desert Iranian Cuisine Iranian food Iran Mountain Iran Tour Iran tourist attractions Iran Travel Islands of Iran Lakes of Iran Provinces of Iran Qara Kelisa Shiraz Travel to Iran UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Iran World Heritage Site

Calendar

January 2023
M T W T F S S
 1
2345678
9101112131415
16171819202122
23242526272829
3031  
« Dec    

Instagram

Only visible for admins:

Instagram has returned invalid data.

Follow Me!

Our Partners

blank

Services

Iran Visa
Iran Hotels
Iran Tour Guide
Iran Travel Insurance
Domestic Flight Ticket
Car Rental
MICE services

Iran Cities

Tehran
Shiraz
Isfahan
Yazd
Kerman
Kish
Mashhad

Iran Tours

Iran People  12 day – 11 night
Iran Inspiration 14 day – 13 night
Iran Ancient 8 day – 7 night
Iran Old Roads 14 day – 13 night
Iran Glory 23 day – 22 night
Black Tents 15 day – 14 night
Iran Desert 18 day – 17 night

Contact

blank

This post is also available in: German

© Copyright IT Department Gashttour Travel Agency
  • Instagram
  • LinkedIn
  • WhatsApp
  • Twitter
Scroll to top
  • English
  • German