Prehistoric Sites of the Khorramabad Valley Historical Site
Ancient burial mounds and rock shelters in Khorramabad Valley
Khorramabad Valley in Lorestan contains rock-cut tombs, fortifications and Paleolithic sites; travelers and researchers visit to see ancient reliefs, mounds and regional museum collections.
Prehistoric Sites of the Khorramabad Valley at a Glance#
Website: https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1648
How to Get to Prehistoric Sites of the Khorramabad Valley#
Khorramabad city is the regional hub; travel by road from Tehran (approx. 6-8 hours) or by domestic flight to Khorramabad Airport. Local roads connect valley sites; arrange transport with local operators or guides.
Tips for Visiting Prehistoric Sites of the Khorramabad Valley#
- Hire a licensed local guide in Khorramabad - many site details are best explained by someone familiar with regional archaeology and folklore.
- Combine visits with the Falak-ol-Aflak Castle in Khorramabad to contextualize the later settlement history of the valley.
- Respect photography restrictions at sensitive sites and check cultural protocols before entering burial contexts.
Best Time to Visit Prehistoric Sites of the Khorramabad Valley#
Best in spring or autumn for mild weather and comfortable walking conditions; summers can be hot and winters cold.
Weather & Climate near Prehistoric Sites of the Khorramabad Valley#
Prehistoric Sites of the Khorramabad Valley's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 40°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 1° - 12° | 6° | 72 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 1.7 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.1h |
| February | Acceptable | 2° - 15° | 7° | 71 mm | partly cloudy | 64% | 2.2 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.9h |
| March | Very Good | 6° - 18° | 12° | 85 mm | partly cloudy | 56% | 3.5 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.9h |
| April | Excellent | 10° - 25° | 17° | 55 mm | partly cloudy | 53% | 3.5 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.9h |
| May | Ideal | 14° - 31° | 23° | 27 mm | some cloud | 40% | 3.3 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.8h |
| June | Ideal | 18° - 37° | 28° | 2 mm | mostly sunny | 18% | 3.1 m/s | 2.8 extreme | 14.2h |
| July | Ideal | 22° - 41° | 31° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 14% | 3.0 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 14.0h |
| August | Excellent | 21° - 40° | 30° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 14% | 2.9 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 13.2h |
| September | Ideal | 16° - 36° | 26° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 17% | 2.6 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.3h |
| October | Ideal | 11° - 29° | 20° | 16 mm | mostly sunny | 31% | 2.4 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.2h |
| November | Very Good | 7° - 21° | 14° | 49 mm | partly cloudy | 54% | 1.9 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.3h |
| December | Acceptable | 3° - 14° | 8° | 79 mm | partly cloudy | 63% | 1.6 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.8h |
