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.
About Shushtar
Shushtar (Shooshtar) is a city in and the capital of Shushtar County, Khuzestan Province, Iran.Shushtar is an ancient fortress city, approximately 92 kilometres (57 mi) away from Ahvaz, the centre of the province.In the Elamite times Shushtar was known as Adamdun. In the Achaemenian times its name was Šurkutir. The modern name, Shushtar, is connected with the name of another ancient city, Susa (or Shush, in Persian pronunciation), and ...
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Gorab Mineral Water Spring – Shushtar
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 ...
Mizan (Valerian) Dam – Shushtar
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 ...
Shushtar Historical Hydraulic System – Shushtar
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 ...
Imamzadeh Abdollah – Shushtar
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 ...
Dastova Archaeological City – Shushtar
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 ...
Mostowfi House – Shushtar
This edifice is related to the late Qajar period. From its garden the Shateit River and its surroundings can be observed. The walls and ceilings of this house have been decorated by brick work. Its large Shabestan (nocturnal praying area) has fine ...
Borj-e-Ayar Dam – Shushtar
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 ...
Shooshtar Historical Waterfalls – Shushtar
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 ...