Booking StatusSign In / Register
Whatsapp support:
+98 9380343699
Email support:
info@travital.com
Sign In / Register
Booking Status
All Attractions of Shushtar

Dastova Archaeological City – Shushtar

Dastova Archaeological City – Shushtar - view 1
Dastova Archaeological City – Shushtar - view 2
Dastova Archaeological City – Shushtar - view 3

Dastova Archaeological City at a Glance

The ancient city of Dastova is located 3 km. south of Shooshtar, alongside the Dariyoon stream. According to evidences, Dastova city was constructed during the Parthian rule by 'Shilhak Inshushinak'. But in the early Islamic era, this city became deserted and forlorn. The writer of the book 'Al Ansab' has mentioned the name of Dastova as, "A city in Khuzestan", from which Dastova textiles have come.

Things to Do and Tourist Attractions in Shushtar

Band-e Kaisar

Band-e Kaisar

This monument was registered in the list of Iran’s national monuments on 15th of Dey 1310 with registration number 78. Pol-e Band Shadirvan is built on Shatit Branch and is one of the most fundamental sections of Shushtar water utilities. This bridge was registered in the list of national...
Moeinol Tojar House- Shushtar

Moeinol Tojar House- Shushtar

In 'Dar-e-Abbas' locality of Shooshtar, there is a comparatively old house that till the year 1970 was utilized as a school (the Ardeshir school). The peripheral stone and plaster work of windows are spectacularly interesting which display the delicate craftsmanship of the Qajar period.
Borj-e-Ayar Dam

Borj-e-Ayar Dam

This dam has been constructed on Gerger River, and is also known as Sabi Kesh Dam. Borj-e-Ayar was the name of a vessel which was used to store jewels and gold. This dam has constructions and facilities in both sides of the Gerger River which have been used for the deviation of water.
Mizan (Valerian) Dam

Mizan (Valerian) Dam

Mizan or Shapour Dam is a relic of Sassanide era and divides the Karoon River into western and eastern sections. This dam is semi-circular in shape with two diverting arms or prolongations which deviates a part of the Karoon water to flow along the eastern region known as the Gerger river, and the...
Shooshtar Historical Waterfalls

Shooshtar Historical Waterfalls

The Shooshtar Waterfalls are considered to be an attractive historical site. They are located alongside a branch of the Gerger, near Sika. These waterfalls were constructed in the year 1233 AH, in order to protect the Mizan Dam. In the same year in order to prevent the destruction of the dam,...
Shushtar Historical Hydraulic System

Shushtar Historical Hydraulic System

Shushtar Historical Hydraulic System is a series of bridges, dams, mills, waterfalls, canals, and huge tunnels for leading water that work together. They were used from Achaemenid to Sassanid periods to take advantage of water more. In Jane Dieulafoy’s (French Archaeologist) Book of Travels, this...
Gorab Mineral Water Spring

Gorab Mineral Water Spring

At the vicinity of Shooshtar there are a number of mineral water springs, out of which the mineral water spring of Gorab Village is famous. This vicinity was held sacred. People who have suffered from any pain used to gather here. The water is useful for treating skin diseases, eczema and...
Shadravan Bridge

Shadravan Bridge

The Shadravan Bridge runs parallel to the newly constructed bridge located on the Shooshtar-Dezful Road. This ancient bridge is a relic of Sassanid period (Shahpour I ). One of the conditions that Kaiser of Rome and his soldiers could be set free was the construction of Shadravan Bridge, and this...
Shooshtar Bazaar

Shooshtar Bazaar

The ancient bazaar of Shooshtar is known as Qeisariyeh. Construction of this bazaar dates back to the times when Kaiser of Rome was captive in the hands of Shahpour Sassanid. Its architectural structure is cross shaped. It is a covered bazaar with some sutures for the passage of light. In the past,...
Imamzadeh Abdollah

Imamzadeh Abdollah

This tomb is located on an elevation in the south of Shooshtar, around which is an old cemetery. Its stone entrance is related to the Safavid era. The tall portal has two minarets on either side and these are adorned with tile work. This Imamzadeh also has a quaint wooden door which dates to 1035...
Shushtar Castle

Shushtar Castle

One of the most important elements constituting the initial core of each ancient city is its military castle or fortress. The fortress of each city is usually where the king or rulers reside. Shushtar was of utmost importance as the capital of Khuzestan Povince due to its historical values. As well...
Sika Water Mills

Sika Water Mills

One of the oldest and most beautiful structures of Shooshtar is the Sika Water Mills. It is an area with small rooms and narrow corridors, alongside which streams of water canals are observed. It has outlets to the Gerger River. In these mills the high pressure of water current from up to down,...
Discover More Attractions in Shushtar

Where to Stay in Shushtar

Afzal Traditional Hotel – Shushtar
Afzal Traditional Hotel – Shushtar
Afzal Traditional Hotel – Shushtar
Afzal Traditional Hotel – Shushtar
breakfast included

Afzal Traditional Hotel – Shushtar

Shushtar, Iran

Starting from $57.13
Sarabi House Hotel – Shushtar
Sarabi House Hotel – Shushtar
Sarabi House Hotel – Shushtar
Sarabi House Hotel – Shushtar
breakfast included

Sarabi House Hotel – Shushtar

Shushtar, Iran

Starting from $30
Tabib Traditional Hotel – Shushtar
Tabib Traditional Hotel – Shushtar
Tabib Traditional Hotel – Shushtar
Tabib Traditional Hotel – Shushtar
breakfast included

Tabib Traditional Hotel – Shushtar

Shushtar, Iran

Starting from $62.73
Emarat Jamei Traditional Residence – Shushtar
Emarat Jamei Traditional Residence – Shushtar
Emarat Jamei Traditional Residence – Shushtar
Emarat Jamei Traditional Residence – Shushtar
breakfast included

Emarat Jamei Traditional Residence – Shushtar

Shushtar, Iran

Starting from $62.67
Browse More Hotels in Shushtar
Let's Plan Your Next Journey
Tell us what you're looking for, and we'll recommend the best options