Shushtar
Shushtar is in Khuzestan province and is one of the oldest cities in Iran. It has many historical and architectural wonders.
Get in[edit]
An overnight train from Tehran departs every second day. 1 Shushtar railway station (ایستگاه راه آهن شوشتر) is located west of the city centre.
Shushtar can be combined with Shush and Chogha Zanbil as a daytrip by taxi from Ahvaz.
Get around[edit]
See[edit]
- 1 Historical Hydraulic System (سازههای آبی شوشتر). A hydralic system built on the river Kârun as far back as the 5th century B.C. under the reign of King Darius. It comprises a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- 2 Band-e Kaisar. Ancient arc bridge, built by the Romans in the 3rd century AD.
- 3 Band Mizan. The Mizan dam, which splits the Kârun river into two channels, Gargar and Shatit.
- 4 Salasel Castle. Part of the UNESCO World Heritage site, Salasel castle is now almost completely in ruins. However, the tunnels and cellars is still open to explore.
Do[edit]
swimming, boating and kayaking
Buy[edit]
Eat[edit]
- Mostoufi House. Iranian dishes. Located in a Qajar era courtyard house overlooking the historic bridge on the Karoun River. Walking distance from Salasel Castle. Also sells Iranian handicrafts such as pottery and Tarmeh.
Drink[edit]
Sleep[edit]
- 1 Shushtar Traditional Hotel (Sarabi Hotel), ☏ +98 61 3622 2291. A small hotel nestled in an traditional, 200-year-old house.