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Nature tourism in Iran

The best nature tourism spots in Iran from the point of view of "foreign tourists"
Iran's diverse geographical location and climate have made it one of the four seasons countries. When the weather is cold and rainy in Tabriz, the spring blossoms in Shiraz are beautiful and in Chabahar the weather is exactly like the middle of summer. To get the best experiences in the field of nature tourism in Iran, it is very important to choose each city and region in the right season for travel. In this article, we examine the best mountaineering and nature tourism areas in Iran from the perspective of foreign tourists.

Damavand mountain

The honorable Damavand is not only one of the famous symbols of Iran due to its height of 5671 meters, but it is also known as the "Roof of Iran" and is very famous and popular among foreign tourists. This peak, which is located in the Alborz Mountains, has several access roads. Also, the most suitable season to climb Damavand is summer.

Mountains of Talesh

These mountains are located on the border of Gilan, Azerbaijan and Zanjan provinces and are associated with a high diversity of natural and vegetation. In this way, you will first encounter a dense forest and then you will reach a plain where a herd of sheep is grazing and after a distance it will reach the sea. You can walk the path of Subatan village, which is full of flowers, to Abbas Yordi and Baghro mountains.

Sabalan Mountain

This mountain, which is located in Ardabil province, has a volcanic peak with an altitude of more than 4000 meters and its slopes are one of the most attractive places for nature tourism in Iran. The slopes of Sabalan Mountain are famous for their valleys and hot springs. Also around this mountain, Sarein village is one of the favorite areas of foreign tourists and visiting it is highly recommended.

Kermanshah and Kurdistan provinces

These two beautiful provinces of Iran, which are located in the Zagros Mountains, are among the most touristic areas. One of the most famous peaks of this region is Shahu Peak, which in addition to its natural beauties, has stair-shaped mountain villages in this region, which doubles its charm. It is worth mentioning that Zarivar Lake is one of the other pristine places for nature tourism in Iran.

Sahand Mountain, one of the nature tourist attractions in Iran

Unlike most of the rocky mountains in Iran, Sahand is an earthen mountain and therefore a good place for livestock grazing. The two famous peaks of this region are called Kamal and Jam, which can be reached through two ways without the need for very special equipment: Tabriz and Maragheh, where you can also watch nomadic life up close.

Taftan

Other nature attractions in Iran, which are very special and wonderful from the point of view of foreign tourists, can be the natural landscapes and mountains of Sistan and Baluchestan province. In this province, there are two volcanic peaks named Taftan and Bazman.
Taftan Mountain is a semi-active volcano with an altitude of approximately 4000 meters and is the highest peak in the province. This peak is one of the peaks that most Iranian mountaineers have experienced climbing. It is worth mentioning that on the western side of it, a well-equipped shelter has been built so that climbers can go to see the two cusps of this peak and visit its sulfur-filled openings.

Where should tourists go in Iran?

Badab Soort

This region is one of the most amazing nature tourism areas in Iran, whose colorful and boiling springs flow from the depths of the mountains and flow down a stepped path.
Badab Soort is located in the village of Orost, Mazandaran province, and many Iranian and foreign tourists go there every year for walking in the nature of this wonderful region. It is interesting to know that this region is also registered as the second natural remnant of Iran in the list of national monuments of Iran.

Vashi Strait

This strait located in Tehran province, 1.7 km from Firoozkooh, is one of the pristine options for nature tourism in Iran. One of the most fascinating and exciting parts of hiking in this area is moving along a river that is located between a rocky valley. In addition to its unique nature, this strait also has many historical monuments. Including the fact that one of the three famous inscriptions of the Qajar period is located in this strait.
or Mangrove forests Hara forests
Qeshm Island has many natural attractions and one of the most famous of them, mangrove forests, is one of the pristine nature tourism areas in Iran. These forests, with an area of more than 20,000 kilometers, are located on the shores of the Persian Gulf and the Sea of Oman and are among the very rare natural phenomena in the world and are still under protection. The 3 to 6 meter trees in these forests are green all year round and have adapted well to salty water over millions of years; They feed on salt water and naturally desalinate it by removing its salt.

Mesr desert

Contrary to popular belief, nature tourism in the desert also has its own unique feel. Mesr is actually the name of a village in Isfahan province, whose desert is also called the Mesr desert. This desert has golden sand dunes and wonderful landscapes and for this reason, it is considered one of the best nature tourism options in Iran. One of the main reasons for attracting foreign tourists to this desert is the pleasure of watching the stars in the night sky.

Nature of northern Iran, especially Gilan province

The mild climate and dense vegetation of this province, along with its many natural attractions, has caused not only the number of foreign tourists in Gilan to increase, but also the Iranians themselves to travel to different cities of this province several times a year. It is worth mentioning that the natural attractions of Fooman city, Rudkhan castle, Masal, spectacular and famous countrysides of Gilan, etc. are among the most visited areas of this province by foreign tourists. Especially Arab tourists who love the nature of the four seasons of Iran.

Masal, one of the most famous nature attractions in Iran

In the west of Gilan and between Talesh mountains, Masal summer region is located with its dense forests and turbulent rivers and attracts the attention of every tourist. The two most famous rivers that flow through the nature of this region are called Morghak and Khalkaei rivers.
In addition, there are several small and large waterfalls in Masal, the most famous of which are Toli Nesa, Ramin and Khoon waterfalls.
The weather in this region is mostly cold, but in the first six months of the year, the average temperature reaches about eighteen degrees Celsius, and it is the best time to travel. But in the autumn and winter seasons, the weather in Masal becomes so cold and foggy that it is practically impossible to see the scenery at high altitudes.

Roodkhan Castle

Another famous and popular tourist area in Gilan province is Rudkhan Castle, which is an ancient and historical construction in the depths of nature. This castle is the largest brick castle in Iran, which was once the refuge of Mirza Kuchak Khan Jangali and is very important for this reason.

Masouleh forest area

This forest area, which is located at an altitude of more than 1500 meters above sea level, has a stepped architecture and is one of the most spectacular and attractive places for nature tourism in Iran.
Masouleh is also one of the favorite places of foreign tourists. Its vegetation includes many forest trees such as beech, alder, hazelnut, etc. and is located sixty kilometers from Rasht and 32 kilometers west of Fooman.

Heyran Pass

Heyran Pass is one of the amazing nature destinations in Iran and if the weather conditions are favorable, Heyran Pass gondola lift (telecabin) is active from eight in the morning to ten at night. Along the way of this gondola lift, we pass a castle which is known as Shindan Castle and its establishment dates back to the Sassanid period. This gondola lift is located 30 km from Astara and is one of the favorite pastimes of foreign tourists.

Ali Dashi hot spring

Numerous mineral springs and hot springs flow in different parts of Iran, especially in the northern region and Ardabil province, which are among the popular places for nature tourism in Iran. Ali Dashi hot spring is also one of the most popular springs in the north of the country.
The proximity of this spring to Heyran Pass and the ease of access to the main road, makes it have many fans. The water of this spring has many healing properties, among which we can mention the treatment of rheumatic diseases and strengthening the nerves.

Anzali Wetland

Many environmental activists believe that one of the largest and most important wetlands in the world in terms of biodiversity is Anzali Wetland. Foreign tourists in Gilan mainly go to see this lagoon, because one of the most beautiful water landscapes of Iran can be seen in this part of Gilan.
This lagoon is a place for temporary accommodation and spawning of many rare and beautiful birds. Therefore, bird watching is very prosperous in this lagoon. Boating among the water lilies of this lagoon will be a very pleasant and dreamy experience on a trip to Anzali for any domestic and foreign tourist. It is worth mentioning that in autumn and winter, the amount of rainfall in Gilan is very high.

Kish Island, the most enjoyable place for foreign tourists

This island is one of the most amazing islands in the heart of the Persian Gulf, whose unique attractions attract millions of domestic and foreign tourists every year. This popular island has many sights that watching them is like to turn a page of history. Watching the beautiful sunset next to the Greek ship in the ancient city of Harira is full of energy and good mood and makes it a memorable trip for tourists.
Today, Kish Island has become one of the tourist and nature destinations in Iran and in fact is known as one of the tourism hubs of Iran. In addition to numerous natural and historical attractions such as Kariz, Hormoz Island and Laft village, etc., which are the main reasons for attracting tourists to Kish, water recreation on the island such as shuttle rides, parasailing, cable skiing etc., make the trip to this island more exciting. Interestingly, the world's largest cable ski is located on the island of Kish, so this water sport has been able to make Kish internationally famous and attract many foreign tourists.

Qeshm Island

Qeshm Island is one of the largest islands in Iran and it can be said that most of Qeshm's sights are natural. In Qeshm you will see many vast spaces and vast plains. One of the most unique tourist attractions of Qeshm is Star Valley. Star Valley is a collection of mountains, valleys and cliffs that have changed over time due to rain and wind. These changes have created different shapes between mountains and cliffs. Naaz Island or Naaz Islands is another natural and spectacular beauty of Qeshm. These islands are actually three rocks that are located in the middle of the sea. Other natural beauties of Qeshm Island include Chahkuh Strait and Hara forest.

Oman Sea Coasts

The Sea of Oman, also known as the Gulf of Oman, connects the Persian Gulf to the Arabian Sea and the Indian Ocean via the Strait of Hormuz. Chabahar city, which occupies part of the coast of the Oman Sea, is the only ocean port in Iran that is of great importance in terms of tourism. Ramin village, which is one of the largest villages in Chabahar, is located seven kilometers from Chabahar port. Ramin village is a good choice to enjoy the natural attractions of Chabahar. The beautiful cliffs and golden sands of the beach are just a small part of the natural attractions of Ramin village. Another beach on the Oman Sea is Darak Beach. Darak beach is one of the most amazing places in Iran and even in the world where the sea and the desert meet. Darak is the only coast of Iran located next to the desert.

Persian Gulf

There are a number of beaches in Bushehr port and all of them have a spectacular view of the Persian Gulf. Delvar pristine beach is located on the shores of Delvar. This beach has a clean and calm atmosphere and you can walk on the hot sands of the beach and enjoy the surrounding scenery. Khuzestan is another southern province of Iran and is located near the Persian Gulf. The five great rivers that originate from the Zagros fill the lands of the Khuzestan Plain and flow directly or indirectly into the Persian Gulf. Karun is the largest of these rivers, the largest and only navigable river in Iran. Karkheh River in Khuzestan is the third longest river in Iran after Karun and Sefidrood. The river, which originates from the Zagros Mountains, flows into the Hur al-Azim Lagoon on the Iranian-Iraqi border.

Diving in southern Iran

Diving is one of the most exciting water sports activities. There are several sites in Iran that makes it possible for people who are enthusiast to do diving. Kish Island is one of the best and most suitable places for diving in Iran. This region has the richest and most beautiful marine animals. It also has a unique coral cover on its east coast. Qeshm Island is another diving place in Iran. This area is full of untouched corals and sea creatures that are very attractive and spectacular for divers to watch. Chabahar is one of the most beautiful tourist areas in the south of Iran, which attracts many domestic and foreign tourists every year. In the waters of this region, a variety of aquatic species can be seen, from soft and hard corals to colorful fish and large and giant aquatic animals.