Konji Cave

Konji Cave is one of the beautiful historical and natural caves of Lorestan Province. It lies four kilometres south of the city of Khorramabad, set among high mountains. Its position on the mountainside makes it a little difficult to reach, but also very appealing. To get to the cave mouth, you need to follow a seasonal stream channel through a valley. In spring, when natural springs are flowing, the route offers a very pleasant landscape and shows off the unspoiled, peaceful nature around the cave.

In terms of natural structure, Konji Cave is one of the most regular caves in shape and interior surface. With an area of more than 200 square metres, it has a considerable amount of space, and its floor is earthen, with a diameter of about 2 metres. Beside the cave mouth there is an earthen mound. During archaeological excavations, several prehistoric graves containing human skeletons were found there. These finds show that people historically used the cave as a place to live or to bury their dead.

The vegetation around the cave includes oak and hawthorn trees and mountain medicinal plants, and in spring the variety of plants reaches its peak. Mountain birds, foxes and small animals may also be seen around the cave. The best time to visit Konji Cave is spring, when the springs are flowing and the surrounding nature is at its greenest and most vibrant. The cave combines geological, archaeological and natural attractions, which makes it a special destination for lovers of history and nature tourism.