Hasanlu Village

Hasanlu Village is located in Naqadeh County, West Azerbaijan Province, and is known as one of the most important archaeological sites in Iran. The village lies 7 kilometers northeast of the city of Naqadeh, close to Lake Urmia. The historic site of Hasanlu, covering 30 hectares and rising 20 meters high, sits in the heart of the village. The area was inhabited from the 6th to the 3rd millennium BCE, and many artifacts from various historical periods have been discovered here.

The historic mound of Hasanlu, which is around 6,000 years old, is considered one of the most important archaeological sites in the country. Valuable cultural and historical objects have been found in the mound, including pottery vessels, bronze objects, jewelry, and weapons and decorative items. Among the most important finds at the site is the Golden Bowl of Hasanlu, which dates to the Mannaean period. According to the 2016 (1395 SH) national population and housing census conducted by the Statistical Center of Iran, the population of Hasanlu Rural District was reported as 1,277 people in 381 households.

To reach Hasanlu Village, travel northeast from the city of Naqadeh. The best time to visit the village is spring and summer, when the countryside around it is lush and beautiful. When visiting, it is very important to follow the principles of responsible nature tourism and to respect the local culture and customs of the villagers.