Lorestan Province

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Firefighters struggling to put out huge fire in Iran’s Lorestan Province

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The director general of the Crisis Management Department in the western Iranian province of Lorestan says firefighters are facing an uphill task containing a massive fire that broke out in Poldakhter.
Nature and Wildlife

Iran’s Hidden Gem: Bisheh, a Paradise Nestled in the Heart of Zagros, western Iran

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Nestled amidst the majestic landscapes of Zagros lies the enchanting village of Bisheh, a true haven boasting an array of natural, cultural, historical, social, and economic treasures in the western Iranian province of Lorestan.
Tourism

Iran tourism: Bisheh waterfall lures tourists from across world

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The Bisheh waterfall is one of the natural attractions in the province of Lorestan in western Iran.
Photo of the Day

National endurance horseback riding races held in Iran’s Khorramabad

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National endurance horseback riding races with lengths of 80 and 100 kilometers were held in Khorramabad the provincial capital of Lorestan, western Iran. Over 30 horseback riders from five different provinces and in the two categories of men and women participated in the races.
Tourism

Keeyow Lake, a natural marvel in Khorramabad, western Iran

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Keeyow Lake is a natural lake in the northwest of the city of Khorramabas in Iran’s Lorestan Province. The lake covers an area of 7 hectares and it is 3 to 7 meters deep. There are an amusement park and other recreational facilities next to Keeyow Lake.
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Kotal Bandoon; A Traditional Ritual to Mourn the Dead

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Kotal Bandoon is a ritual held at the time of the death of senior members and warriors of the Iranian Baktiari ethnic group coupled with a special ceremony and musical performance.
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New Historical Rock Carvings Found in Western Iran

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Ancient rock carvings have been newly discovered in the western Iranian province of Lorestan, according to the province’s Department of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts.
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Iran’s History in Photos: Castle of Falak-ol-Aflak

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The Castle of Falak ol-Aflak or Shapur Khast is a historical fortress in western Iran, dating back to the Sassanid era.
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Lak Tribe Start Seasonal Migration in Western Iran

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The nomadic tribe of Lak in western Iran annually travel from the warm region of Lorestan to their summer resort in Spring and begin their migration back to the winter quarter when autumn arrives.
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Keeyow Lake; A Popular Resort in Heart of Khorramabad

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Keeyow Lake is a very popular resort and recreational centre located in the north-west of Khorramabad, the capital of Lorestan province in western Iran.
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Iran’s Nature in Photos: Mehrabkooh Mountain

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Mehrabkooh is the name of a mountain with interconnected soaring cliffs in Lorestan province, western Iran.
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Dead Woman Wakes Up in Mortuary in Iran

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A 42-year-old Iranian woman whose heart stopped following a cardiac arrest has come back from the dead after 18 hours.
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Historic Polo Field Found in Western Iran

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Archeologists have discovered a historic polo field in Iran’s western province of Lorestan by unearthing the stone goal posts of the field and an inscription with a Persian poem on it.
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Tarkhineh Soup; A Nutrient Iranian Dish with Yogurt

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Tarkhineh (also known as Kashkineh) is a nutritious local dish cooked in many western cities of Iran.
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Several Wounded as Magnitude 5.1 Quake Hits Western Iran

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A magnitude-5.1 earthquake has struck Lorestan province in western Iran, leaving at least 25 people injured.
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Iran’s Beauties in Photos: Spring in Hanam, Lorestan

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Lorestan province in western Iran is known for its pristine nature, which is quite stunning during spring. What follows are Tasnim News Agency’s photos of...
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Archaeologists Unearth Ancient Relief in Iran’s Lorestan

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The first ancient relief of Lorestan province has been discovered by archaeologists in the Western Iranian region.
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Torsheh Vash; Great Choice for Those Who Like Sour Foods

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Torsheh Vash is one of the local foods of northern Iran, especially Gilan province. The name of this stew is taken from one of its ingredients, a plant called Torsheh Vash (wood sorrels).
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Iran’s Beauties in Photos: Qaroon Wetland

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Azgan wetland, also known as Qaroon wetland, is located in the foothills of Periz mountain in Lorestan province, west of Iran.
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Ancient Homo Sapien Skull Discovered in Iran

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Part of an ancient skull belonging a homo sapien (wise man) has been discovered in an archaeological site in western Iran.
Iran in Pictures

Iran’s Beauties in Photos: Pol-e Dokhtar Lagoons

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The city of Pol-e Dokhtar in Lorestan province, western Iran, is home to numerous historical and tourist attractions, including seven permanent and four seasonal lagoons, which have made Pol-e Dokhtar known as the City of Wetlands.
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Iran President Pays Visit to Flood-Hit Areas

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Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has visited flood-hit areas in Lorestan and Khuzestan provinces in western and south-western Iran, vowing to compensate for the damages as soon as possible.
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Chugha; Hand-Woven Sleeveless Coat for Iranian Nomads

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Chugha or Chukha is a sleeveless coat woven by tribal women for male nomads in southwestern Iran, particularly the Bakhtiari Lur people.
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IRGC Says Its Relief Operations to Gain Momentum in Flood-Hit Areas

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Top commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Mohammad Ali Ja’fari says the military unit will adopt further preemptive measures to cope with the floods engulfing the country to lessen the casualties and damages.
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Culture of Hijab in Iran; From Past to Present

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The Iranian community has been observing some form of Islamic dress code (hijab) since the ancient times – the Achaemenid era in particular – up to now.  
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