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Iran

Behbahān / Oasis of Iranian hospitality

MeowScore 😾64/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😼
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😼
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😾
🌳 Parks and greenery 😼
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

April

The Rosewater Festival is a unique experience.

🍴
january

Visit Behbahan's bazaar and taste delicious local food. 🍲🌯🍢

🌄
february

Explore the stunning landscape and waterfalls in Zagros mountains. 🏞️

🎁
march

Celebrate the traditional Nowruz festival with locals. 🎉🎊🍻

🌹
april

Attend the Rosewater Festival and witness the process of making rosewater. 🌹

🌳
may

Enjoy the beautiful and pleasant weather by wandering around the city. 🌞

📜
june

Visit the historic castle of Behbahan and learn about its rich history. 🏰📚

🐟
july

Escape the heat by swimming and camping in the refreshing Churat Lake. 🏊🎣🏕️

🐫
august

Attend the Camel's Beauty Festival in Shadegan and see the decorated camels. 🐪🎉🎊

🍯
september

Explore the beautiful palm groves and learn about honey production. 🌴🍯

🐎
october

Experience the exciting traditional horsemanship of Behbahan locals. 🐴🤠🏇

🔭
november

Witness the migration of flamingos to the nearby Hawizeh Marshes. 🦩🦜🌾

👴
december

Visit the historic Qajar-era mansions and feel the nostalgia of the past. 🏛️🕰️📜

⚖️

Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

🤑

Behbahan offers a moderately priced shopping experience with a good variety of goods available. However, prices for tourist destinations and attractions tend to be higher than expected.

Check out local bazaars for cheap souvenirs and try street food for affordable meals.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

transit stop

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

transit stop

Behbahan is a small city and a common stopover for travelers going to/from popular tourist destinations in the region.

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture

Cash is preferred in most places. Splitting bills is usually not practiced.

internet situation

meh Speed

Limited bandwidth and low speeds

good Availability

Available to most residents

great Cellular

Good coverage across the city

Electric socket type C

Common in Europe, South America, and Asia. Non-grounded, 2-pin plug, accepts Type C & Type E&F (non-grounded variant).

IRR

1 IRR =
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biking hostile

Limited biking infrastructure

walking hostile

Limited infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Oppressive laws

A cat's dream: Flat and peaceful, with endless sunny spots and tasty fish markets. Absolutely purrfect for relaxation.

But beware of the street cats! They rule this city with sharp claws and insatiable appetites for mischief.

Things to do

The mainstream

🛍️
Behbahan Bazaar
⛲
Shafa Fountain
🕌
Jameh Mosque of Behbahan
⛰️
Namakdan Salt Mountain
🏰
Remains of Behbahan Castle

The mainstream

🛍️
Behbahan Bazaar

A lively and colorful market where cats can find everything from paw-some Persian rugs to delicious treats.

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⛲
Shafa Fountain

A refreshing oasis where cats can quench their thirst, relax and enjoy the soothing sound of flowing water.

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🕌
Jameh Mosque of Behbahan

A cat-ivating mosque with beautiful turquoise tiles. It is the purr-feet place to admire Islamic architecture.

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⛰️
Namakdan Salt Mountain

A salty meowtain offering a unique experience of hiking on glittering salt as white as paw-dered snow.

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🏰
Remains of Behbahan Castle

Cat-egorically the most paw-pular historical attraction with breathtaking views of the city from the top.

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Off the beaten path

💺
Behbahan Bazaar
🐈
Khanalmalek Mansion
🌎
Shahid Abbaspour Dam
🌊
Eynali Gorge
🌅
Behbahan Salt Dome

Off the beaten path

💺
Behbahan Bazaar

A bustling market with colorful stalls selling spices, sweets, textiles, and more. A great place for curious cats to explore different scents and tastes. 🐱

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🐈
Khanalmalek Mansion

A historic mansion with intricate Persian architecture, lush gardens, and elegant fountains. Purrfect for a cultured cat. 💁

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🌎
Shahid Abbaspour Dam

A peaceful lake surrounded by scenic mountains, perfect for catfishermen and catboaters. 📳

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🌊
Eynali Gorge

A hidden gem of stunning natural beauty, with deep gorges, waterfalls, and cliffs. Perfect for adventurous cats who love to climb and explore. 🌲

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🌅
Behbahan Salt Dome

This natural salt dome is a unique geological formation that creates stunning white hills and peaks. 🌌

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biking hostile

Limited biking infrastructure

walking hostile

Limited infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Oppressive laws

Mindful meoweler tips

Experience the Persian Garden of Behbahan

Visit the UNESCO-listed Bagh-e-Safa & revel in the symmetrical beauty of Mosaics & fountains

Wander around the Qashqai Nomads' Settlement

Meet friendly cats in traditional dress who'll offer you tea & share their simple yet fulfilling way of life

Savor traditional Behbahan cuisine

From the local speciality 'Ash-e Shalgham' to 'Qeimeh Lawaash', indulge in the rich & spicy flavors

Useful external sites

www.behbahantourism.com

Behbahan Tourism↗

Official website of Behbahan Tourism

www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g317095-Behbahan_Khuzestan_Province-Vacations.html

TripAdvisor↗

Reviews, accommodation options, and things to do in Behbahan

www.lonelyplanet.com/iran/behbahan

Lonely Planet↗

Travel guide and information on Behbahan

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