Hamedan (Hamadan) Attractions

Tomb of Esther and Mordechai – Hamedan

Tomb of Esther and Mordechai, Pronounce as Ester and Mardkhay monument or tomb is one of the most important shrines of the Jewish people of Iran and the world. This monument is registered as one of Iran’s cultural heritage relics. The existence of ...

Handicrafts and Souvenirs – Hamedan

The most important handicraft of the province is earthenware and ceramics, and a place called 'Lalejin' (30 km. north of Hamadan) is famous for this handicraft. Besides earthenware and ceramics, there are the followings-carpet and 'Kilim' weaving ...

Vafrajin Village – Hamedan

This village is near Hamadan, in the district of Maryanaj in an elevated region. It has moderate summers and cold winters. "Vafr" in Kurdish means snow. In this village is the tomb of Imamzadeh Mohsen, (a descendant of Imam Hassan A.S.) In this ...

Avicenna Tomb Museum – Hamedan

The new memorial structure of the tomb of Avicenna (Bu Ali Sina), was constructed in the year 1941 right in its former location. From the architectural aspect the dome of the said structure is an inspiration from 'The Gonbad-e-Qaboos' in the plains ...

Protected Wildlife Zones – Hamedan

Due to the fact that the province is in a mountainous region, this provides excellent ground for wildlife. Wildlife either around the fringes of lakes or in the plains or mountain sides are under protection, and hunting is strictly ...

Hizej Cave – Hamedan

This cave is on the Arak-Malayer Road, in the village of Hizej. In colloquial language it is known as Zaqeh Darehsi. On entering the cave, there are 'halls' or areas 12 m. in length. After which there is a vast area that consists of a path branching ...

Ganj Nameh Waterfall – Hamedan

This waterfall is one of the most important waterfalls of the province, near the city of Hamadan and at the tail end of the recreational area of Abbas Abad Valley. This waterfall flows down from a height of about 12 m. and is known as the water ...

Ekbatan Dam Lake – Hamedan

This lake is located to the south east of Hamadan, and covers an area of about 60 hectares, its maximum and minimum depth being 32 and 18 m. respectively. Artificial forests have been planted around the dam, and the lake is utilized for military ...

Doozakh Dareh Valley – Hamedan

The said valley is rocky in type that ends up at Kooh-e-Imamzadeh. The famous waterfall of this valley reaches a height of approximately 15 m. The presence of groves and a river in the depth of this valley, together with the surrounding Alvand ...

Alvand Summit – Hamedan

The mountainous region of Alvand embrace the important summits of the province. The Quri chay and Qarah Chay Rivers take their sources in the northern slopes, and the Yujari Chay and Khoram Abad Rivers take their sources in the south western skirts. ...

Alvand Ski Slope – Hamedan

This ramp has a length of 4 m. Facilities such as a shelter, guest-house and a skiing school are available here, including three tele-cabins.

Abbas Abad Telecabin – Hamedan

This telecabin takes visitors to and from the Abbas Abad Hill to the southern side of the Eram Blvd.

Abbas Abad Recreational Place – Hamedan

This recreational area situated on the skirts of the Alvand Mountains, comprises of a little zoo. In addition to the famous 'Abbas Abad Waterfall', 'Ganj Nameh Inscriptions' (of the Achaemenian period), and the beautiful valleys around are beautiful ...

Sheverin Village Mosque – Hamedan

This mosque is in the village of Sheverin, 5 km. east of Hamadan. In respect to architecture, this mosque is similar to that of mid Qajar era. Constructed of brick, this structure is interesting from the point of view of architecture, and is on the ...

Imamzadeh Mohsen (Kooh) – Hamedan

This Imamzadeh is located in the village of Farajin (Hamadan). Since it is situated in one of the pleasant valleys in the slopes of the Alvand Mountains it is also known as Imamzadeh Kooh. The structure dates back to the Mongol era (8th century AH.) ...

Imamzadeh Khezr – Hamedan

The same is in the village of Khezr, located in the suburbs of Hamadan. This is a square structure having a dome. In addition to other artistic efforts internally, the fringes of the 'altar' are adorned with inscriptions in the 'tholth' and 'kufic' ...

Imamzadeh Abdollah – Hamedan

The same is located in the square by the same name. The structure is a 24 sided one and spherical in shape. Its facade has 12 arches and 12 supporting pillars. The lower portion of the structure, that is till a height of 90 cm. it has been ...

Shahbazian Old House – Hamedan

This ancient house is located in the Bu Ali Sina avenue of Hamadan, and is a relic from Qajar era. This structure is rectangular in shape and in two floors, that is including the basement. The structure comprises of two segments such as the exterior ...

Pisar (Ali Abad) Hill – Hamedan

This hill lies at a distance of 2.5 km. north of the Hegmataneh hill. This hill is about 10 m. higher than the surrounding area, and due to presence of a river is divided into two parts. The covering area is equivalent to 1 sq.km. Historically, ...

Mosalla Hill – Hamedan

This hill is to the east of Hamadan city, and at a short distance from Imam Khomeini Sq. The said hill covers an area of 400 x 600 sq. m. In the past, this vicinity was a place of worship and the temple of Hamadan was situated here. There is a ...

Khosrow Abad Broken Bridge – Hamedan

It is located in the village of Khosrow Abad, on the Shahab River. This bridge has four arches, two of which are larger than the ones to the sides. These arches stand to a height of 155 cm. from the slabs of stone and three rows of brick that ...

Hegmataneh Hill – Hamedan

The ancient Hegmatanen hill is located at the entrance of Hamadan city. Relics discovered from this hill are, a golden tablet (from the times of Ariamaneh, the father of Arsham), the golden cup (related to Khashayar Shah, the offspring of Darius) ...

Hegmataneh Archaeological Palace – ...

This palace is located in the city of Hamadan, dating to the 6th century BC. The said structure is from the times of the 'Medes'. 'Kiyakesar Madi' and 'Nabopolasar Baboli' were responsible for building this structure in the year 614 BC. The ...

Ganj Nameh Inscriptions – Hamedan

These inscriptions are relics from the period of 'Darius' and 'Khashayar Shah' of the Achaemenian era. The said are located 5 km. west of Hamadan at the end of the 'Dareh-ye-Abbas Abad' or Abbas Abad Valley, and have been engraved on a mountain. ...

Esteroo Mord Khay (Ester and Mord Khay) Tomb ...

Located in the city center, the structure has been constructed of brick and stone. This is the tomb of Ester the Queen of Shoosh (the wife of Khashayar Shah of Iran). Mordecai (Mord Khay) was her uncle. The structure was originally constructed ...

Einol Qozat-e-Hamadani Tomb – Hamedan

Another famous personality of Hamadan province is Abdollah Ben Mohammad Mianji Hamadani. A great physician and gnostic of the 6th century AH. He was born in Hamadan in the year 492 AH. and devoted his youth in scholarly activities and gaining ...

Dokhtar Castle – Hamedan

Though this castle is in ruins, the ramparts and structure can still be seen. Some of the gate ways and staircases have been made of polished stone. This reveals that the city prospered during those times. The important military conditions of this ...