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Ahvaz, Iran

Welcome to Ahvaz, Iran's cultural mosaic by the Karun River. Diverse communities, rich history, and vibrant landscapes await your exploration

Ahvaz Map

Ahvaz Population

Ahvaz is Iran's 8th most populated city, home to around 1,184,788 residents, shaping its diverse and dynamic cultural landscape

Climate in Ahvaz

Ahvaz Climate

Ahvaz, featuring a subtropical hot desert climate (BWh), experiences scorching summers over 45 °C (113 °F) and rare winter rainfall. The city recorded an extreme 54 °C (129 °F) in 2017, highlighting its climatic distinctiveness

Ahvaz Desert

What to do in Ahvaz

Ahvaz, a city graced by the Karun River, features notable landmarks including Gondishapur University, Pol-e Siahoo Bridge, and the modern icon, White Bridge

Points of Interest

Best Places to See in Ahvaz

Karun River

Karun River

River flowing through Ahvaz, offering scenic beauty

Chogha Zanbil

Chogha Zanbil

One of the few existing ziggurats outside Mesopotamia

White Bridge

White Bridge

A symbol of the city, was created on September 21st, 1936

Black Bridge

Black Bridge

Known as the Victory Bridge or Pol-e Siah, is the first bridge over Ahvaz

Mapar House

Mapar House

Showcases traditional Iranian architecture and provides insights into Ahvaz heritage

Ali Mahziar Bridge

Ali Mahziar Bridge

Night time sight featuring a colorful waterfall over the bridge

Ahvaz Fun Facts

Dive into Ahvaz's fun facts, a mix of history, culture, and surprising details that make it special.

Ahvaz Fun Fact

World War II

Black Bridge was used during the war to supply Allies in Soviet Union

Ahvaz Climate Map

Heat

Ahvaz, Iran holds the record for hottest day ever in Asia at 54 °C (129 °F)

Karun River in Iran

Karun River

The river is the longest and most navigable river in the country

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