Dezful
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Dezful (Dezh-pol, Persian: دزفول Fortress Bridge) is a city in the Khuzestan province in southwestern Iran. It had an estimated population of 256,927 in 2005.[1]
The most famous ancient structure of the city is a bridge that dates back to 400 BCE.
The name "Dezful" has been derived from the two words "Dez" (fortress)+ "Pol" (bridge), that in combination can stand for 'the bridge to the fortress' or 'fortified bridge.' It is believed that a fortress protected the strategic bridge across the Dez river, whence the name, although no trace of this castle remains. Interestingly, the old part of the city adjacent to the bridge is known the "Qaleh" (castle).
The city lies on the high left bank of the Dez River, 469 feet (143 m) in elevation, and close to the foothills of the Zagros Mountains.
The people of Dezful (Dezfulis) speak a Persian dialect distinct to their group.
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