Nahavand
Hamadān, Iran
Why visit Nahavand?
Nahavand is a historic city in southern Hamadan Province, the site of the decisive Battle of Nahavand (642 CE) that ended Sassanid resistance to the Arab conquest of Iran. The city has a rich history and sits at 1,700 m elevation in the Zagros mountains.
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By Bus
Buses from Malayer (30 km north, 30 min) and Hamadan (90 km north, 1.5 hr) serve Nahavand.
By Car
Highway 56 connects Nahavand to Malayer and Hamadan (north) and Borujerd (south).
Walking and taxis.
What are the things to do?
Nahavand Mound: The ancient site where the original city stood, with some excavated remains.
Nahavand Bazaar: A traditional market.
Jameh Mosque of Nahavand: A historic mosque with Seljuk elements.
Gamasiab River: A scenic river valley near the city.
Explore the historical sites related to the Sassanid era.
Hike in the Gamasiab river valley.
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Persian and Kurdish food.
Where to drink?
Tea, doogh.
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- Budget: Nahavand Inn — ~200,000 IRR.
What should you buy?
Local handicrafts and dried fruits.
Where to go next?
- Malayer (30 km north, 30 min) — carpet centre
- Hamadan (90 km north, 1.5 hr) — Tomb of Avicenna
- Tuyserkan (70 km north-west, 1.5 hr) — walnut capital
- Borujerd (50 km south, 1 hr) — Lorestan province
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Guide content as of July 2026.
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