Sightseeing places in Damavand; Attractions and places to see + photo and address

Damavand is one of the most historic cities in the Alborz range, whose name is tied to the name of the highest peak in Iran. With its cool weather, mountainous nature, and breathtaking views, this region is a popular destination for those interested in nature tourism and mountain climbing. A city with a pleasant climate in Tehran province, which has been selected as a model tourism area. The sights of Damavand include many natural and historical attractions. If you want to learn more about the most important sights of Damavand and its tourism capacities, the rest of this article is for you.

Lar region is known as one of the tourist attractions of Damavand, which is bounded from the north by Noor Mountains of Mazandaran, from the east and northeast by Damavand Mountain, from the southeast by Ira, and from the south by Afjeh and Lavasan. The size of Lar area reaches about 73,500 hectares, which was renamed as a protected area in 1361.

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Barf Tenge Lar waterfall is one of the beautiful waterfalls and scenic spots of Damavand, which is located in the east of Lar region of Damavand. Two kilometers east of Lar, there is a beautiful waterfall called Barf Tenge Lar, which is one of the pristine places in the region to spend time. Dasht Lar is located at the foothills of Damavand peak and is located in Lavasanat section of the country.

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One of the most popular tourist attractions in Damavand is the beautiful Damavand mountain range, which can be accessed on the Haraz road after Abali. After passing Ab Ali, enter the entrance of the Pleur route and cross the Lar plain, then you will be faced with a beautiful view of the majestic Damavand mountain, which is a symbol of resistance in the memory of many of us. This area, with its beautiful landscape and pleasant weather, is one of the best suggestions for spending a one or two-day weekend vacation.

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Jangalak waterfall is located seven kilometers east of Damavand city in Ruhafza neighborhood in Grubar valley. The height of Jangelak waterfall is 35 meters, which is 2,320 meters above sea level. To access the Jangalek waterfall, you can reach Teng Rudbar from the east of Damavand and then access the Jangalek waterfall. The presence of juniper and walnut trees in the region has caused a pleasant climate in the region.

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Grubar Valley itself is one of Damavand’s sights, which, apart from Jangalek waterfall, has two other waterfalls named “Aine Rood Farah-efaza Waterfall” and “Groubar Waterfall”.

Mosha is the name of one of the villages in the central part of Damavand city, which has a very good climate. Dasht Masha is one of Damavand’s tourist attractions. Dasht Masha is located 6 kilometers northwest of Damavand, adjacent to Hazar road. This plain is located in a valley named Mesha at an altitude of 2,250 meters and Abali ski resort is located near this beautiful plain.

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Siah Sang spring is a beautiful spring in Masha village, around this spring there are many industrial and medicinal plants such as barberry, nastern, anemone, yarrow and borage and many other plants. Unfortunately, in recent years, due to the construction of the Mesha tunnel and the change in the direction of the flowing water, the water of this spring has become cloudy and the beauty of the area has decreased.

Cheshme Ala is located in the northwestern heights of Damavand among the irrigation valleys that are located along the west to east, which is known as one of the important and vital springs of Damavand. This spring is one of Damavand’s most famous springs, which has very pleasant water and has given the region a special purity.

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Tiz Ab spring and waterfall is a spring full of water five kilometers north of Damavand, which is located in a neighborhood called Dasht Mazar. The water of this spring is hot and has many healing properties. Many local people use the water of this area to treat skin and digestive diseases. The main reason for naming this spring as “Tiz Ab” is the sharp and sour taste of this spring’s water. To access this spring, you need to use special climbing equipment and it is dangerous to go to this area without equipment.

Tar Lake is located 30 kilometers east of Damavand and is one of the fresh water lakes in the region. The location of Tar Lake is such that there are natural attractions on each side of it, and if you go to this area to spend your free time, you can also visit the natural attractions near the lake. This beautiful lake is located at an altitude of 2,900 km above sea level, and its longest length is 3.1 km. The average width of the lake is 400 meters and the water level of the lake varies in different seasons.

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There is no special vegetation around the area and the reason for this is the weather problems that have affected the area in recent years. In the past, this area was covered with thyme. Tar lake is suitable for swimming, boating and fishing.

Hoyer Lake is located 500 meters from Tar Lake in the middle of the Qara Dagh mountain range and is considered one of Damavand’s attractions next to Tar Lake. The length of Hoyer Lake is 900 meters and its width is about 150 meters, which changes in different seasons. The water that flows into Hoyer and Tar lakes originates from the springs of Qara Dagh, Siah Chal and Shahneshin mountains in the north.

Cheshme Deo Asiyab is located on the Damavand-Heraz road, on the Pulor side road towards the Lar dam lake. This beautiful spring is located in the northern heights of Lar Plain and has a diameter of 20 meters and a depth of two meters. There is a lot of sulfur in the water of this lake, and this has caused the lake water to become salty and have an unpleasant smell. The beautiful nature of this area attracts every tourist, and if you plan to spend the weekend in a special and beautiful area, Cheshme Diu Asiyab is the same area.

In response to the question of where to go on a trip to Damavand, we suggest Ghar Rud Afshan. Afshan River Cave is one of the most special tourist attractions in Damavand, which is located at an altitude of 1,945 meters above sea level. The opening of this cave is 20 meters and its length is 29 meters, stalactite and stalagmite columns stand out along the corridors of this cave.

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Rood Afshan Cave is located in Rood Afshan village in Damavand city and is a short distance from Damavand city. Afshan River Cave was formed during the Cretaceous geological period and is one of the important areas from the point of view of geologists. The walking path of this cave is difficult and difficult, and to reach the mouth of the cave, special climbing equipment must be used. The length of the path is 800 meters, and to go inside the cave, you must bring lighting equipment. If you are into mountaineering and going on vacation with difficulty and excitement, Ghar Rood Afshan is a very good suggestion.

Bornik cave is one of the special caves and places of interest in Damavand city, located on the road from Damavand to Firouzkoh in Harande village. To reach Burik Cave, you have to walk for two hours from Harande village to the cave. The inside of Burik Cave has a very pleasant and cool air, and many professional climbers choose Burik Cave as one of their tourist destinations in the summer season.

Grubar waterfall is located in Ruhfaza neighborhood of Damavand and has a height of 20 meters. The vegetation of this area is very diverse and this has made the climate of this area very pleasant and cool. The trees in this area are usually very old and the diameter of the plane trees in this area reaches 14 meters.

Mesha village is located in Rodhen section and on the way to Haraz road, and due to its convenient access and cool weather, it is considered one of the famous places in Damavand. The village is known for its extensive gardens, seasonal river and mountain views. The presence of summer villas and the proximity to hiking trails have made Masha a suitable option for short-term trips.

Photographer: Mehrshad Najafi / Google Map

Jaban is one of the old villages of Damavand, which is located on the southern slopes of Alborz and near Firuzkoh road. Due to its location on the Tehran-North route and having ancient monuments such as historical hills, this village is very important in terms of culture and tourism. The nature around Jaban includes plains and moderate heights, and it takes on a green appearance in spring and summer.

Absard is one of the most well-known areas of Damavand city, which, in addition to the permanent residence of people in this area, is also known as a tourist destination. This area has attracted the attention of tourists due to its cool weather, fruit gardens and proximity to Mount Damavand. The presence of service centers and convenient road access has made Absard one of the most frequented places around Damavand and Tehran.

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Spring in Damavand is one of the best times for nature tourism and excursions in this mountainous region, with the melting of snow, green slopes and mild weather. The following can be mentioned among Damavand’s sights in spring:

• The slopes of Damavand mountain
• Bornik Cave
• Masha village
• The fountain of the mill
• tar lake

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Damavand summer with cooler weather than Tehran is a popular destination to escape from the heat and enjoy the mountain nature. The following can be mentioned among the places of interest in Damavand in summer:

• The slopes of Damavand mountain
• Afshan river cave
• Jaban village
• Dasht Masha
• Hoyer Lake

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Autumn in Damavand, with its warm and foggy colors, gives a poetic and calm effect to the nature of the region and is very suitable for photography and short trips. Among the sights of Damavand in autumn, the following can be mentioned:

• The slopes of Damavand mountain
• Tange Lar snow waterfall
• Jungle waterfall
• sharp water spring
• Afshan river cave

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The winter of Damavand, with its snowy landscapes and cold weather, shows a different and magnificent face of this region and is a popular destination for winter nature lovers. Among the tourist attractions of Damavand in winter, the following can be mentioned:

• Abali ski resort
• The slopes of Damavand mountain
• Bornik Cave
• Cold village
• Afshan river cave

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If you want to get to know more about the special nature and unique attractions of Damavand, we suggest you take a look at the list of Damavand attractions in Kajaro. This list will introduce you to the most important sights of Damavand and help you plan a purposeful and enjoyable trip.