Where is Kish? Complete introduction to Kish Island

Kish Island, with its natural attractions and well-equipped entertainment centers, is one of the most luxurious tourist destinations in southern Iran. This coral island is one of the parts of Langeh port in Hormozgan province. You can book a tour of Kish Go to this island and experience a pleasant and exciting trip on this island.

Where is Kish Island located?

Where is Kish Island located and how can it be reached? This beautiful island with an area of ​​about 92 square kilometers is one of the largest islands in the Persian Gulf. Kish Island is one of the parts of Bandar Lange city in Hormozgan province.

This island leads from the north to Iran, from the west to Saudi Arabia and Bahrain, from the east to the Strait of Hormuz, and from the south to the United Arab Emirates. You can use a boat or plane to reach Kish Island.

• Traveling to Kish by plane: To buy plane tickets to Kish and travel to this island, you can easily buy through online sites selling plane tickets such as Eli Gosht. After arriving at Kish airport, you can reach your desired destination using linear taxis or internet taxis.

Kish Airport was opened in 1356 and has two terminals for domestic flights and international flights.

• Traveling to Kish by train: Due to the lack of a direct rail route on the island, in order to travel to Kish by train, you have to go to one of the cities with a railway station near the island, such as Bandar Abbas. Then go to Bandar Charak, Bandar Lange or Bandar Aftab and board the ferry to Kish.
• Traveling to Kish by private car: To travel to Kish, drive to Bandar Abbas by private car and then go to Bandar Charak, Lange or Aftab and use the ferry to reach Kish. You can also take your car to Kish Island with Landigraph.

Sea distance from Bandarcharak to Kish: About two hours

Sea distance from Bandar Lange to Kish: Two and a half hours

Sea distance from Bandar Aftab to Kish: an hour and a half

History of Kish Island

The history of Kish Island goes back to ancient Iran. This island was used as an important sea station during the ancient civilizations of Assyria and Elam. During the Achaemenid rule, this island and other regions of the Persian Gulf prospered.

In 325 BC, after attacking Iran, Alexander the Great sent a person named “Nearchus” for an exploratory trip to the Persian Gulf and Oman Sea. The first reference to the island of Kish can be seen in the writings of Nearchus.

During the Parthian and Sasanian periods, this island was still under the rule of Iran; But after the Arab attack on Iran and the spread of Islam, Kish Island fell into the hands of the Umayyad caliphs. During the reign of Al Boyeh, this island was once again under the ownership of Iran.

During the Seljuk rule, Kish Island was known as the largest commercial center of the Persian Gulf. At the same time, a family named Qayasara, descended from a person named “Qays” (from the people of Siraf), was able to reach the government in Kish through sea robbery. In 626 AH, the last ruler of Qayasera named “King Sultan” was killed by the ruler of Hormuz.

In the 16th century (912 to 1031), Kish Island, like other islands in the Persian Gulf, fell into the hands of the Portuguese. But in the end, Imam Qoli Khan (Shah Abbas Safavid general) succeeded in conquering all the islands of the Persian Gulf. During the time of Naser al-Din Shah, Kish Island was gifted to one of the king’s servants.

Later, a person named Muhammad Reza Khan Sattut al-Mamalek bought this island. At the beginning of Pahlavi II’s reign, Mohammad Reza Shah bought the island of Kish for three hundred thousand tomans from the heirs of Satut al-Mamalek. For several years, this island was the center of fishing and pearl trade in the Persian Gulf; But with the arrival of Japanese pearls in the Iranian market, the importance of Kish decreased.

In 1349, Kish Island was chosen as a tourist center and its infrastructure was developed. Finally, in 1361, this island was introduced as the first free economic zone of Iran, and now its economy is dependent on tourism and trade.

Currently, Kish Island is known as one of the tourist hubs of our country and you can travel to this island using Kish tour.

The origin of the name Kish

The origin of the name Kish should be found in the ancient Pahlavi language. Kish means “a deep channel where the water exits from the aqueduct”. Because Kish is the only island in the Persian Gulf with a fresh water aqueduct, it is called by this name; Of course, some believe that Kish means “archers”. This term was chosen due to the presence of arrow-like heights around the city of Kish. After the Arabs dominated the Persian Gulf and until the Qajar rule, Kish Island was called “Qais”; But during Pahlavi’s time, the island was once again renamed to “Kish”.

Customs and culture of Kish people

The customs and culture of Kish people are similar to other cities and islands in southern Iran. Among the most important customs of the people of this island, we can mention the ceremony of Ahl Hawa for healing the sick, naming children after the lost elders, tattooing or carving, and other religious and national ceremonies.

Currently, the natives of Kish Island are engaged in jobs such as fishing, seafaring, trading and animal husbandry. Also, the immigrants of this island are engaged in jobs related to trade, tourism and services. In the past, pearl fishing was one of the popular occupations of the people of this island; But nowadays, this job has faded.

The people of Kish, who are known as Kishund, wear cool clothes due to the heat of the weather in most days of the year. One of the local clothes of the people of this island called “chader” consists of a kot-kash (a type of Turkmen coat woven from cotton and thread) and a scarf.

Other local costumes of the people of Kish Island include Kish pants for agricultural and marine activities and Kish conical hat made of fireproof fabric.

Local dishes of Kish Island

The local cuisine of Kish Island consists mostly of fish and shrimp. Among the most delicious traditional dishes of this island are Samak Mashavi, Mozrubeh Fish, Fish Roe, Kaleh Kandi, Margog, Pudni, Biryani Rice, Sugar Rice or Mahmar, Harise or Southern Haleem, Koko Bandari Fish, Shrimp Roe, Boiled Shrimp Tail, Lentil Dal. Yerish, falafel and samosas mentioned.

The climate of Kish Island is hot and humid in spring and summer. But with the beginning of the autumn season, the rain makes the air of Kish cool and pleasant and breathes life into nature again. In winter, the weather becomes cooler and the intensity of rainfall increases.

If you are looking for the best time to travel to this island to book a Kish tour, you should pay attention to your priorities. Traveling to Kish is very pleasant and attractive even in summer because of the diverse and exciting water activities.

• Average air temperature of Kish in spring: 15 to 25 degrees Celsius
• Average air temperature of Kish in summer: 28 to 38 C
• The average temperature of Kish in autumn: 22 to 32 centigrade
• Average air temperature of Kish in winter: 12 to 22 C

Vegetation of Kish Island

The vegetation of Kish Island is divided into three categories: forest cover, car plants and pastures. This island is ideal for planting special plants because of its salty soil and the presence of a type of rock called “konica”. Among the native trees of Kish Island, we can mention date palm and Iranian mesquite.

Also, non-native trees such as Pakistani mesquite, silk, conorcarpus, eucalyptus and acacia can be seen in different parts of Kish.

Traffic in Kish Island

You can use a taxi, minibus, bus or private car to travel on Kish Island. On this island, white taxis are available and yellow taxis transport passengers on regular routes.

If you want to travel more easily on this island, you can take your own car to Kish during your trip. It is also possible to rent economy or luxury cars in Kish Island.

Kish Island essential contact numbers

Pre-number: 076

Kish Meteorological Organization: 134

Airport flight information: 199

Kish Free Zone Organization: 44422141

Kish Airport: 44443200-44443200

final word

Kish with its many attractions is the destination of many domestic and foreign tourists. In this island, you can enjoy all kinds of water and beach activities and breathe the clean air. To get different experiences, we suggest that you go to this beautiful island of Kish by booking a Kish hotel.

Frequently asked questions

Which province is Kish Island?

This island is located in Hormozgan province.

Which season is the best time to travel to Kish?

The best time to travel to Kish in terms of weather is autumn and winter.

Can I take my car to Kish Island?

Yes, if you wish, you can take your car to this island with special boats.