Khan takhti lithrograph
Around the city of Selmas and near the village of Khan Takhti, we see an inscription written in the heart of a strong mountain called Koh Pir Chavosh. The existence of the Khan Takhti inscription (Stone inscriptions of Khan Takhti) speaks of the authenticity and identity of this region of our country. This inscription, which was carved during the Sassanid era, shows the historical events and conquests of that time by the Iranians.
Selmas city is one of the original cities of West Azarbaijan province, which has an authentic historical background. Selmas is a small city located in the plain and was known as Shahpur during the Pahlavi period. In the ancient books, the city of Selmas is known as a city with good markets and a mosque made of stone.
The inscription of Khan Takhti is considered as one of the national works and seeing it introduces us to one of the most authentic historical attractions.
Khan Takhti's inscription is written in the heart of the mountain and visiting it makes the tourists to be silent and think about its history in a vast plain.
This inscription actually shows the glory and pride of ancient Iran, because according to the information obtained from these engravings, it is a display of victory against Roman rule.
By traveling to this area, tourists can visit Selmas in addition to visiting the Khan Takhti inscription and learn more about the beauty of this small town.
The way to reach the inscription is easy by the stairs built in the path and tourists can see this inscription closely and enjoy seeing it.
