by PersiaTrek | 28 Mar 2022 | alamut, Articles, Mountaineering
Alamut Valley Travel Guide
History
Alamut refers to an isolated valley lying between Siah lan on the north, and Alborz, and Qazvin mountains on the south. Etymologically, the name Alamut means “trained eagle” or, as some sources say, the eagle’s nest. Actually, there is a story behind this etymology. According to the story, once an eagle guided a Daylamite ruler to find this strategic site.
By the way, based on more concrete historical evidence, this fortress was part of the Buyid territory and one of the Daylamite kings constructed it in 860 AD.
Later in the Seljuk era, because of being seriously repressed by the government, Isma’ilis (a branch of Shia Islam) seized and rebuilt several fortresses, mainly in Tabas, Khorasan, Khuzestan, and Syria to practice their religious rituals and traditions.
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by PersiaTrek | 25 Mar 2022 | Articles, desert trekking, Mountaineering
Lut desert
Introduction
Lut is a vast desert that covers about 10% of Iran. Lut Desert is one of the hot and dry regions of the world with an area of 120,000 square kilometers. This region is full of unknowns. This scorching and mysterious area has been so attractive that it is registered as the first natural monument of Iran in the UNESCO list of natural heritage.
Lut is located in the southeast of Iran and gets the title of the most pristine spot in Iran. “Lut” in Baluchi language, which is one of the languages of northwestern Iran, means naked, waterless, thirsty and empty of everything. The main part of this great desert is made up of sand and gravel and other parts of it have desert geography.
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by PersiaTrek | 22 Mar 2022 | Articles, Damavand, desert trekking, Mountaineering
Twelve hiking trails in Iran that must be visited
Lake Neor
One of the most beautiful hiking trails in Iran and a kind of lost paradise, is located between Guilan province and Ardabil province . This region is not really comparable to any other place in Iran in terms of natural beauty. Every corner of nature in this area will surprise you with a new attraction. One of the natural beauties of this region is called Lake Nevar. Lake Noor, located near the village of Abbasabad, is one of the best hiking trails in Iran.
You can only choose this path for walking if you are physically fit. This is a fairly mountainous hiking trail but it can not be climbed. You will climb various hills to reach your destination. Many hiking and hiking people camp here to enjoy the nature of the area.
There are generally five hiking trails in the area. The two routes start from Khalkhal and Ardibel. But the other three paths all start from Hashtpar Talesh. On your way, you will visit Subatan, Varzan waterfall, Shile Vasht, Sheblu, Honi nettle and all these beautiful and captivating areas. Above the heights of this route, you will see amazing views that are really worth seeing.
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by PersiaTrek | 18 Mar 2022 | Articles, Cycling
Why you should do Iran cycling adventure
Iran cycling adventure : Iran is a country with unique nature and has everything a nature lover wants: high mountains, dense forests, vast and endless deserts, huge valleys and rivers, and kind and hospitable people.
Cycling is a popular sport in Iran and many people prefer to go cycling in nature on their weekends.
Iran is a land full of epic contrasts. Picture booming cities with glistening mosques, barren deserts scattered with UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites, tiny villages in lush valleys and jagged, snow-capped mountains. Incredible, right?
Iran is a country with a unique and diverse nature, including high mountains, deep valleys, dense forests, vast deserts and beaches in the north and south, and everything a nature lover needs can be found in it.
Iran cycling adventure : Obviously, this beautiful country can host nature cycling lovers in all seasons. Cycling is a popular sport in Iran and many people prefer to go cycling in nature on weekends.
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by trakmin | 17 Mar 2022 | Articles, Mountaineering, zagros
Zagros mountains tour
Zagros mountain tour is a trip in less visited area of Iran. Visiting Bakhtiari tribes and Getting to know their lifestyle , Ability to cross the river with one of the oldest means of crossing the river (Gargar) ,Crossing areas with various climatic and climatic conditions And dozens of other features that you will encounter on this journey In this trip you’ll do trekking in Zagros Mountains , less visited area of Iran .
We started zagros mountain tour from Lirook village in the south of Zardkooh mountain range, then we crossed Bakhtiari river and continued our way to Tembi lake.
We were moving along the Bakhtiari tribe migration route .
Along the way we met nomads moving from the hot south to the north.
After visiting Tembi Lake, we moved to Selili Pass at an altitude of 2800 meters and from there we descended to the south.
Our trip in the north of Khuzestan province ended.
THE STRONG POINTS OF THIS JOURNEY
A dream trip and visit less visited areas
Experience in the Zagros Mountains and living with tribes and observing the way of life that is being forgotten
The way the old Iranians lived
Read this Article to know more about Bakhtiari tribes
you can see more details of this tour here :
Zagros trekking tour
Video : https://youtu.be/58C47dApIzQ
