Travel Guide of Khuzestan Province in Iran by Influencers and Travelers

Khuzestan Province is one of the 31 provinces of Iran. It is in the southwest of the country, bordering Iraq and the Persian Gulf. Its capital is Ahvaz and it covers an area of 63,238 square kilometres. Since 2014 it has been part of Iran's Region 4.

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1 - Ahvaz

Ahvaz, is a city in the southwest of Iran and the capital of Khuzestan province. Ahvaz's population is about 1,300,000 and its built-up area with the nearby town of Sheybani is home to 1,136,989 inhabitants.

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2 - Karun River

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The Kārun is Iran's most effluent and only navigable river. It is 950 km long. It rises in the Zard Kuh mountains of the Bakhtiari district in the Zagros Range, receiving many tributaries, such as the Dez and the Kuhrang, before passing through the capital of the Khuzestan Province of Iran, the city of Ahvaz before emptying to its mouth into Arvand Rud.

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Khuzestan Province is located in the southwest of Iran, not far from the Persian Gulf and Iraq. 
With an area of 64,055 square kilometres and a population of almost 4,500,000, Khuzestan Province is one of the 31 provinces of Iran. The capital of the province is Ahvaz. 
The name of the province comes from the name given to the first inhabitants of the province: the Khuzi people. 

Khuzestan Province has ancient origins, as numerous archaeological ruins dating back to 8000 BC have been found. Numerous civilisations and empires have developed here, such as the Elamite Empire.

Start your journey in the capital of the region: Ahvaz. Bordered by the Karun River, the city has a very hot desert climate. Go for a walk near the White Bridge, built during the Second World War, which crosses the river. From the bridge, you can approach many groups of seagulls. 

It is also possible to take short boat trips on the river.

Don't hesitate to go further to discover other towns in the province such as Shush. In Shush, you can discover the historical site of Tchogha Zanbil, a ziggurat founded by King Untash-Napirishaissue and stemming from the Elamite civilization. It is one of the only religious buildings whose ruins are still preserved and is also considered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 
Don't forget to visit the Archaeological Site of Shush where you can discover ancient Persian ruins. You will have the opportunity to visit the remains of the palace of Darius I, during the Achaemenid Empire. The site also has a museum full of incredible historical remains.

Nearby is the Tomb of Daniel, a shrine considered a sacred resting place for the Hebrew prophet Daniel. It is also considered a place of pilgrimage. 

Other Iranian cities in Khuzestan Province are also worth visiting. All the cities in the province are full of history and have an interesting ancient past to discover. There are many relics and landscapes to be seen.

Frequently Asked Questions by Travelers planning a trip to Khuzestan Province

Is Khuzestan Province considered a risk area?

Overall, Iran has a stable infrastructure and political system. Nevertheless, in these times, it is more reasonable to inquire about the situation in certain regions where some tensions sometimes emerge, such as in Khuzestan Province where demonstrations broke out in July 2021. 

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