Highlight • Summit
Mount Damavand Summit
Mountaineering
5.0
(3)
Routes leading to this Highlight may be highly dangerous
Routes comprise technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.
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Stephanie
July 14, 2016
Mountaineering
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 freestanding mountains in the world.
According to Iranian mythology, the dragon Zahak ruled the land for a thousand years, until Fereydun captured him and nailed him to a cliff face on Damavand, where he must live until the end of time.
According to Iranian mythology, the dragon Zahak ruled the land for a thousand years, until Fereydun captured him and nailed him to a cliff face on Damavand, where he must live until the end of time.
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•Stefan Pittelkow
May 20, 2016
Mountaineering
Hot meals for individual climbers not guaranteed. Hot water is available to buy. Mobile reception possible (voice only). Overcrowding in high season July-Sept. possible.
Crampons for peaks highly recommended, or …
Crampons for peaks highly recommended, or …
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Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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Elevation 5,600 m
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