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The Top 20 Attractions in the Alborz Mountains

There are plenty of places to see and visit in the Alborz Mountains. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Alborz Mountains is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: November 26, 2025

Darband Waterfalls and Trail Entrance

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A nice starting point for climbing Mt. Tochal 3900m on the outskirts of Tehran is Darband. Tell the taxi driver Tochal Darbant. If you just say Tochal, he will drive …

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Modern Sculptures in Mellat Park

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This was the first barren land park, which due to its special location, its construction began in 1966 in two different phases. The first phase included the part of the …

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Bargah Sevom Shelter (4,200 m)

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Ascent Damavand 5671m:
The easiest ascent route to Damavand is the southern route. The starting point is Polur. Polur is about 70 km from Tehran and can be easily reached …

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Mount Damavand Summit

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The Damavand with its 5604 m far surpasses all surrounding mountains and is thus the highest mountain of Iran and the entire Middle East. He is one of the highest …

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Lalun Valley Basecamp

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From Lalun to Kholeno Massif, Elborz Mountains in Iran:
Beautiful valley with great opportunities to climb some four-thousand. Ideal for acclimatization for Damavand 5670m, Iran's highest mountain. Lalun is about …

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View of Tehran from Tochal

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Local recreation area of Tehran, even at night.

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Amlash to Balvardkan Route

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The road from Amalesh to Belvedkan is an attractive loop with an excellent paved road and spectacular views in spring and summer. There are many small villages along the way …

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Tajrish Bazaar

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The small bazaar is very beautiful and. You can find everything there: fruit, nuts, spices, jewellery, clothes, etc. The vendors are not pushy either.

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Tomb of Bayazid Bastami

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Hazrat Bayazid Bastami Tomb, Bastam, Iran 🇮🇷

The Tomb of Bayazid Bastami is a revered pilgrimage site for many, drawing visitors from across Iran and beyond to pay homage to …

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Espid Chal Summit from Emameh

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Very beautiful and easy summit with a wide view of many other peaks. Good from middle of spring until middle of fall.

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