Peaceful Pamenar welcomes tourists

Dez dam within the Zagros mountains in the north of Khuzestan is among many of the region's tourist attractions. It is accessible through the city of Andimeshk.
A city built of brick, Dezful, in the north of Khuzestan province , boasts many historic sites ranging from houses, bathhouses, mills, and ancient bridges of the Sassanid era.
After a visit to the city, it’s time to pay a visit to its surrounding natural and historic regions, which are quite fascinating—especially in Nowruz.
The village of Pamenar , 50 km northeast of the city, is a top tourist highlight which receives sightseers in Nowruz. Among its historical and natural attractions is the lake behind Dez dam, where the sky, horizon and earth join and turn the same color. Migratory birds fly there in winter and you cannot believe how enjoyable it is to row a boat on the lake.
About the things to do, the local guide Abutaleb says: “You can enjoy boat rowing in the broad lake behind the dam". He adds, “You are allowed to go forward in a special distance from the dam only.”
The guide also talks of fishing opportunities and says: “The fish in the lake are actually river fish which live in deep waters with abundant minerals. Therefore, they are totally different fromthe fish downstream and upstream."
In addition, you can pitch tents on the opposite shores of Pamenar, which are only accessible with boats. It offers a suitable and peaceful ambience to travellers, apart from the crowds in Nowruz.
The reservoir lake of the Dez dam is the main highlight in the village, but there are historic sites as well. Shadab castle is an example on which he says: “It dates from the Sassanid era when Khorshid Afarin and Fadak Naz lived there. In the first Pahalavi era, the 1320s to 1330s, it was used as a defending fortress against looters and attackers. It was inhabited until only 25 years ago, but with the advent of automobiles and development of roads , residing in castles were abolished. Now , it is a place for keeping the sheep in autumn when it rains ; they are kept there until late Ordibehesht.”
The local guide continues: “The castle, encompassing an area of about 12,000 square meters, contains two entrances; one is difficult to pass, used by indigenous villagers of Pamenar and Paghale. The other is used by ordinary people. And that’s why the residents had many victories, as they could resist large troops with only one guard."
Down the castle, Konarestan’s abundant lotus trees are a suitable hub for tourists. A little further down, you’ll see the cave of Ashkoft or Zardeh. It is very cool in summertime and offers a beautiful place surrounded by of almond trees.
The old cemetery of Ghale Shadab is among other spectacular highlights, with vertical stones decorated in different patterns which show the dates when the dead were buried along with some information about them. On this Abutaleb says, “The one with a horse and sword is a warrior in the battlefield. The other image displays a dead woman, a skilled horse rider and hunter, who could climb up a palm tree to pick dates. There is another who was a great dancer and talented at making ewers and painting them."
Images of wheat sheaves tell us that the dead person was good at farming, with many broad lands, and gave them to the people. The next is a great blacksmith's. Another belongs to a person who hosted the warriors and passersby, as on his tombstone there is a carved Josie hookah; unlike the usual hookahs with water basins made of glass, steel and silver, it had a container which resembled a jug with walnut wood.
The local guide continues, “The interesting thing about walnut wood is that if it is rubbed with oil, the damaged part will restore itself and turn back to its original shape. And that's why it was used for trip hookahs."
In addition to the historical and natural sites, Pamenar is the main hub for Kapu Bafi, a kind of mat weaving in which baskets are woven with palm leaves and decorated with colorful yarns, one of the major handicrafts of the region. Women villagers keep busy making them. Creativity and brand-new designs are their characteristics. The endeavors of girls and women are remarkable.
Abutaleb believes that the trip to the place and enjoying its nature is very easy, and you will have the opportunity to stay in the village houses and pitch tents. The villagers would be glad to receive warmly sightseers who enjoy the indigenous culture and don't damage the natural surroundings.
Currently, the village of Pamenar is not listed on the tours programs in the province of Khuzestan. However, it is accessible through the city of Dezful, not far from it.
Since it enjoys a historical and natural diversity, you can plan a trip of one or several days to include peace and activity on your holiday together.