Shiman Village

Shiman is a Bakhtiari village in the Central District of Izeh County in Khuzestan Province. It lies in West Susan Rural District, 65 kilometres from the town of Izeh. The village consists of two parts, Lower Shiman and Upper Shiman, and had a population of about 500 according to the 2013 census (1392 SH). Shiman sits on the border between Khuzestan and Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari provinces, so it enjoys a pleasant climate and is considered one of the cooler areas of Khuzestan even in summer. The villagers belong to the large Gurui tribe, and the hospitality and warmth of its Bakhtiari people are among the village's most distinctive features.

Together with its cultural and historical features, the nature and scenery of Shiman make it an attractive destination for nature lovers and village tourism enthusiasts. The beautiful Shiman Waterfall is one of the area's natural attractions. It is located in Dasht-e Susan, and the natural landscapes around it make it a pleasant place to explore. Farmland and rice paddies are other features of village life and nature, and trout farming is carried out in Shiman as a 100-tonne project. Local produce and vegetation include wild grapes, wild figs, myrtle, oak and pomegranate. The tall, historic mountains around the village, once home to wild animals such as bears and the Persian leopard, along with old rock inscriptions, add to Shiman's natural and historical value. The shrine of Imamzadeh Abdollah, which has stood in this area since the past, is also a place of pilgrimage in the village.

To reach Shiman, head toward Dasht-e Susan in Izeh County and continue to the village along the region's winding mountain road. The route itself, with its views of Dasht-e Susan and the surrounding scenery, is part of the appeal of a trip to Shiman. Spring and summer are good times to visit the village and its surroundings, especially summer, when Shiman has a cooler climate than many parts of Khuzestan. When enjoying nature in Shiman, avoid damaging the vegetation, entering farmland and rice paddies without permission, damaging inscriptions and historical remains, and leaving litter in nature, and respect the peace and privacy of the local people.