Eslamabad-e Gharb

Eslamabad-e Gharb (اسلام‌آباد غرب) is a city in western Kermānshāh Province, about 50 km west of Kermanshah. Formerly known as Shahabad-e Gharb, it is an agricultural centre in a fertile valley.

The climate is Mediterranean, with cold winters and warm summers.

Visitors to this destination will find a welcoming atmosphere and opportunities to experience local culture first-hand. The town's traditional bazaar offers a glimpse into daily life, while the surrounding countryside invites exploration on foot or by car. Local restaurants serve authentic Persian cuisine featuring regional specialities prepared with time-honoured recipes. The pace of life here is unhurried, allowing travellers to truly absorb the character of the area. Guesthouses provide comfortable accommodation and local hosts are often happy to share their knowledge of the region's history and traditions.

By Plane

Kermanshah Airport (KSH) is about 70 km east.

By Train

By Car / Road

Eslamabad-e Gharb is on the road from Kermanshah to the Iraq border at Khosravi. Buses from Kermanshah.

Compact town. Taxis.

• Eslamabad-e Gharb Bazaar — Local Kurdish market.

Kurdish cuisine.

• Budget: Guesthouses from 400,000 rials.

Kurdish handicrafts.

• Kermanshah (50 km, 45 minutes) — Provincial capital.
• Qasr-e Shirin (70 km, 1 hour) — Border town with historic sites.
• Gilan-e Gharb (30 km, 30 minutes) — Neighbouring town.
• Khosravi (80 km, 1.5 hours) — Iraq border crossing.