Quri Qala Cave

Quick Facts

• Type: Water cave
• Location: Kermanshah Province, Iran
• Nearby towns: Paveh and Ravansar
• Region: Iranian Kurdistan

Overview

Quri Qala Cave is a major water cave in western Iran, with long passages formed by underground rivers. The cave is a well-known natural landmark in the Hawraman and Kermanshah highlands.

Its chambers and water channels make it a popular site for visitors, while also reflecting the deep karst geology of the Zagros.

Landscape and Culture

The cave lies within a mountainous landscape of valleys and springs that shape daily life in nearby Kurdish towns. Its name and stories are woven into local tourism and regional identity.

Notes

Quri Qala is one of the most visited caves in western Iran.