In the city of Dezful, remnant of some semi-ruined caravansaries which most probably belong to Safavid era and the rule of “Vakhashtu Khan” exists. There are two ancient caravansaries that are now a days used by traders and store-men. They are known as Afzal and Qandi caravansaries.
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Jame Mosque – Dezful
Jameh Mosque of Dezful is the second important historical monument after the Ancient Dezful Bridge and due to its architectural features and having bedchambers and stone columns, it is on the list of the first Islamic mosques that were established ...
Hoor Mazra’eh Wetland – Dezful
The Mazra'eh Wetland lies between the two Dez and Karkheh Rivers (south of Dezful) and part of Shavoor River flows into it. The water obtained from this vicinity is used for agricultural purposes by the inhabitants, mainly the tribal farmers. A ...
Dezful Old Bridge – Dezful
The old Dezful Bridge was constructed during the Sassanid era, and accounts for one of the ancient bridges in the world. At present this bridge connects Dezful and Andimeshk cities. It has been repaired several times during the reign of Azedodowleh ...
Jondi Shapour Archaeological City – Dezful
The ancient city of Jondi Shapour lies at a distance of 10 km. from Dezful, at the vicinity of Shah Abad village.There is a strong possibility that Shahpour I was responsible for the construction of this city after his victory over Valerian. His ...
Prophet Hezqil’s Shrine – Dezful
People of Dezful call the Prophet Zul-Kifl "Baba Ezekiel". Ezekiel was Buzzi's (the Kohen) son and was born in Judea. Nebuchadnezzar II took him captive and resided him in Chaldea lands. He served as a prophet for 22 years between 595 and 573 BC. He ...
Dez Dam Lake – Dezful
This dam is 203 m. in height and is considered to be the highest dam in the middle east and ranks the sixth highest dam in the world. It is constructed on Dez River at a distance of 15 km. to the north of Dezful city.The lake of this huge dam ...
Tizno Historical House – Dezful
Tizno Historical House in Dezful was registered in the list of Iran’s national monuments with registration number 2573 and is one of the greatest and most beautiful houses of Castle Neighborhood that is located on the eastern side of the main ...
Karkheh Dam Lake – Dezful
This dam is constructed across the Karkheh River and ranks as a deviating dam. The length of the dam is 192 m. and reaches a height of 9 m. Around this lake is a vast recreational site.
