Kermanshah developed in the 4th century AD under the patronage
of the Sassanid. The city is situated in 47° 4´ east longitude and
34° 18´ north latitude located in the middle of the western part of
Iran. As it is situated between two cold and warm regions enjoys a
moderate climate. Kermanshah has a moderate and mountainous climate.
It rains most in winter and is moderately warm in summer.
There are many natural and historical attractions in
the
city and the towns and villages around.
Its population in 2022 is estimated 1,066,000; A majority of the
people of Kermanshah are bilingual in Southern Kurdish and
Persian, and the city
is
the largest Kurdish-speaking city in Iran.
Rooted deeply within the community, Kurdish dresses are rich mixture of vibrant colors; which tells a lot about the joyful lifestyle, entangled with music of the people.
Niloofar mirage which is also known as Sarab-e Niloofar, Niloofar Lake, or Lake of Water Lily is located about 15 kilometers northwest of Kermanshah.The lake is named Niloofar Sarab due to the presence of beautiful lotus flowers floating on it. Lotus flowers, also known as water lily or eastern lily, has been regarded as the symbol of purity, nobility, and spiritual growth. Although it grows from the mud, it is still clean and pure.