IRAN, Ali Sadr Caves


What I Love about Iran





Have you ever wondered what a place looks like through locals’ eyes?

For all you travel explorers I would like to take you where I go when I go to Iran, show you places that are wow factors and tickle your curiosity for more.

Iran the land of Civilization

                   History                                                Culture                                                    Art            






Welcome to what could be the friendliest country on earth. Iran is the jewel in a crown, combining glorious architecture with a warm-hearted welcome.

I was born and lived in Tehran till I was 10, my dad was a fun-loving person who liked to travel, I was lucky to be able to get to travel with my family to lots of great places in Iran and now I can share that with you. 

IMAGES OF TEHRAN CAPITAL CITY OF IRAN

Why I Love Iran
What's not to love? The landscapes here are wonderful, from high mountains to deep deserts where the soulful presence of the Asiatic cheetah still roams. There's the architecture and the magic of the bazaars. There's the utterly civilised appeal of taking tea in a teahouse overlooking the river in Esfahan or with nomads out in the Zagros Mountains. Or wandering the mud-brick alleyways of Yazd then venturing to a Zoroastrian fire temple on the cusp of the desert. Yes, I love all of these things. But Iran's greatest gift is its people.

HAMEDAN is one of my favourite places that I will introduce to you today
Known in classical times as Ecbatana, Hamadan was one of the ancient world’s greatest cities. Pitifully little remains from antiquity, but significant parts of the city centre are given over to excavations, and there's a scattering of historical curiosities. Sitting on a high plain, Hamadan is graciously cool in August but snow prone and freezing from December to March. In summer the air is often hazy, but on a rare, clear spring day there are impressive glimpses of snow-capped Alvand Kuh (3580m), sitting aloof above the ragged neocolonial cupolas of Imam Khomeini Sq.
Top sights in Hamadan
1.Ali Sadr Caves 2.Hegmataneh Hill 3.Ganjnameh 4.Alaviyan Dome 5.BuAli Sina Mausoleum 6.Masjed-e Jameh 7.Armenian Evangelical Church 8.St Stephanos Gregorian Church.

Ali Sadr Caves
Cave in Hamadan
This massive river-cave system 70km north of Hamadan is normally visited as a day trip. It's popular with Iranian tourists, but foreigners usually have mixed feelings, most stemming from the cost (10 times what locals pay) and the perceived commercialisation. However, traversing darkened caverns by paddle boat and walking across subterranean islands is pretty special. Treat it as a cultural experience as well as a scenic one. A tour takes 45 to 90 minutes. Avoid (crowded) weekends and tip your guide.
Ignore the sign saying '$25' and insist on paying in rial – it will work out more cheaply. Ask for the (free) map in your language. The caves are a constant 16°C, so bring more than one layer. The caverns are up to 40m high and the river 14m deep; the system is thought to connect to the Katale Khor system in Zanjan province. There's a Tourist Inn nearby if you feel like staying on and exploring the surrounding area.


The Ali Sadr Cave originally called Ali Saadr or Ali Saard is the world's largest water cave which attracts thousands of visitors every year. It is located in Ali Sadr Kabudarahang County about 100 kilometers north of Hamadan, western Iran. Because of the cave's proximity to large cities such as Hamadan, it is a highly recommended destination for tourists from all corners of the world. Tours of the cave are available by pedalos.
 



    





Price       IR700,000
Hours      8am-4pm winter, to 9pm summer
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