Is capital of Kermanshah Province in the west of Iran and 525 kilometers (326 miles) distance from Tehran. Located in the western part of Iran with a population of 851,405 people according to the 2011 census, renamed Bakhtaran in the 1980s.The city enjoys a temperate climate and regular seasons. The city has lots of delicious breads and unique souvenirs like: Bzhy Bread, Klaneh, Brass bread, Kak bread and brown bread.

Important places to visit are Taq-e Bostan, Bisutun, Anahita Temple, Tekieh Moaven-ol-Molk