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Architectural wonders of Tizno House in Dezful
In the historical district, you’ll find the grand Tizno House, located just steps from the new bridge along the coastal street. This house, the most famous in Dezful, belonged to a merchant named Tizno Beig and was originally built during the Safavid era, later restored and reconstructed in the Qajar period, visitiran.ir wrote.
The grand entrance features khajeh neshins — stone stands on either side of the door, historically used for sitting and socializing with neighbors or resting for passersby. Upon entering, you find the hashti, an entryway designed to conceal the inner parts of the house.
Descending the stairs leads you to two basements. The first, the shabestan, is situated one and a half meters below the yard and has three entrances. The second, the shovadoun, is a hallmark of Dezful architecture. Dug by hand, shovadouns are slightly deeper, helping residents escape the summer heat. In Tizno House, the shovadoun is 25 stairs below the yard.
Inside, several rooms feature grid windows, and from the roof, you can enjoy a stunning view of Dezful and the bridge. The house is nationally recognized and open to the public on select days during Nowruz.
Another attraction in Dezful is the Souzangar House, located just five minutes from Tizno House in Kalantarian Alley. The best times to visit this southern city are during Nowruz, autumn, or winter.
Traveling from Tehran to Dezful takes about eight hours by road. The journey begins on the Tehran-Qom highway, reaching Borujerd after passing Arak. After two hours of driving from Khorramabad, you’ll see signs for Dezful. Alternatively, air travel offers a more convenient option.