West Azerbaijan province
West Azarbaijan province is located in the northwest of Iran and its area including Lake Urmia is about 43 thousand square kilometers, which in terms of area covers 65.2% of the total area of Iran and has a population of more than 3 million people. The length of the land and water border of this province with neighboring countries is 823 km, of which 135 km is the water border with the Republics of Azerbaijan (Nakhjuvan) and Armenia, 488 km is the land border with Turkey, and 200 km is the land border with Iraq. West Azerbaijan Province It is one of the mountainous regions of the country which, based on the natural structure of the province, has created special ecosystems of vegetation, the most important of which are in the form of forests and pastures. Another feature of West Azerbaijan Province is the presence of the beautiful Urmia Lake It is one of the biggest lakes in Iran.
Souvenirs and handicrafts of West Azerbaijan province
West Azarbaijan carpets and rugs are among the most important handicrafts and have special privileges due to their consistent design and color. Carpentry and joinery of wood and wood industry products of Urmia is one of the important souvenir items of this city. Produced in Urmia, which is the main souvenir of Urmia, Naqul Bideshk.
Local cuisine of West Azarbaijan province
The traditional and delicious dishes of West Azerbaijan, especially the city of Urmia, are Gozlame or Juzalme of Urmia, Yar Mashur Basse, Urmia Stour, Urmia Shurja, Urmia Cabbage (Yir Tikhli), Ash Dogh, Yatimcheh and Bastakh (a delicious Urmia dessert).
Lake Urmia
The largest internal and permanent lake of the country is located in the northwest of the Iranian plateau between the two provinces of West and East Azerbaijan. The area of this lake is between 4,000 and 6,000 square kilometers, and it is considered the saltiest lake in the world after Bahr al-Mit Lake in Palestine. In addition, this lake is the 20th largest lake in the world. Due to the high concentration of salts, especially chlorine and sodium, the water of Lake Urmia is not suitable for agriculture and the life of fishes and many types of aquatic life, but it is not a dead lake, but it is very active from the point of view of ecology and biology, and in it all kinds of bacteria, algae and Most importantly, there is a small and very delicate crustacean called Artemia urmiana. There are 102 small and big islands (mainly rocky) in the waters of Lake Urmia. One of the rocks that protrudes from the heart of the lake and caresses the eyes of every viewer is called Masht Osman, which is located in this lake. It is one of the most beautiful sights and signs of life in the islands of Lake Urmia and the waters around it are home to all kinds of native birds. And he is an immigrant. Another attraction that should not be missed during a trip to Azerbaijan is crossing the big and beautiful bridge that crosses the middle of the lake. If you drive south from Tabriz, after 2 hours you will reach a place on the beautiful lake. In Urmia, you can see a car road and you can drive to the middle of the lake and then cross this bridge. Another unique beauty of this lake is its salt crystals, which sometimes appear as snow-white hills. have been given to Diache Islands. Mud therapy is one of the important reasons for the properties of this lake. Urmia Lake is also one of the most important saline waters in the region, which since ancient times people have traditionally benefited from the benefits of mud therapy and every year in the summer season. From all parts of Iran, on the advice of doctors or acquaintances, they go to this region to use this therapeutic potential of the lake. Treatments with the mud of this lake include joint diseases, diseases of the reproductive system. Skin diseases, intestinal and intra-abdominal diseases and many other properties.
Urmia Grand Mosque
This mosque was built in the 6th and 7th centuries of Hijri and some parts were added to it in the following periods. Its architectural form and decorations are very similar to the remains of the Seljuk period. The construction date of its altar is 676 AH, and the large nave of the mosque with its dome is the oldest part of it, which was probably built during the Seljuk period. Paying attention to the history of the altar and the uncovered works were built during the Ilkhanid era.
Kazem Dashi Castle - Urmia Lake
This castle is one of the historical and scenic places of Lake Urmia, which is more like a stone island and is located about 65 km from Urmia city and 1.5 km east of Guer Chin village. The deepest point is Lake Urmia. The height of this rock is more than 350 meters. By cutting its body around this stone, they have made it into a road, which is 60 meters wide and 50 meters long, and the only way to reach the top of the stone is a narrow road. Beautiful natural landscapes, architectural remains, rock carvings, impassable passages, and terrifying cliffs have given this work special value and importance, which is related to the first millennium BC and the period of the Patriarchs. This castle, which is near Urmia-Salmas road can be seen in the form of an island in Urmia Lake. During the First World War, it was a shelter (Kazim Nami) of the people of Ghoshchi and his friends for 9 years. The part of the castle is based on an incomplete cone-shaped mountain, which is located 2 kilometers from the southwest side and near the shore of Lake Urmia, overlooking the lush Khorram Plain. A river flows near the castle, and a bridge has been built over it.
Three domes (stone museum) - Urmia
Se Gonbad is one of the remaining buildings from the Seljuk period, which is in the shape of a cylinder built with two types of materials, stone and brick. This building is a tomb related to the Seljuk period. In the inscription at the entrance of Se Gonbad, the date is 580 AH, which is The written Kufi script is read. According to this, the said work belongs to the 6th century Hijri and is similar to other tombs of the Seljuk period. Archaeologists believe that there were two buildings of another tower around this tower in the past, which together called these three buildings three domes. This group of tombs are among the best examples of tombs in Iran, which have remained intact until now along with geometrical decorations and historical inscriptions.
Lake Marmishlo - Urmia
About 45 kilometers west of the city of Urmia and among the mountains of this city when we reach the border of Iran and Turkey, there is a natural and very beautiful and spectacular lake with an area of approximately 5 hectares, which is the habitat of all kinds of aquatic life, including salmon and various migratory birds. It is a very suitable place for tourists and nature lovers to spend their free time. This lake is located on the path of the river full of water and roaring, and the beautiful mountains on the side of the lake, which are green from mid-May to October, create a unique view. The warmth, the presence of all kinds of plants and birds gives this area such an attraction that it amazes every viewer.
Bari Beach Tourism Complex - Urmia (Qoshchi)
This tourism complex in a land area of 100 hectares includes all recreational, welfare, sports and accommodation facilities. Bari tourism complex is a residential complex. Tourism. Therapy. sports It is a hospitality and culture that was built on the beautiful and rare shore of Lake Urmia, the second largest salt lake in the world, and in terms of climate and natural scenery, it is located in one of the most unique geographical areas of the country. Being located on the shore of Lake Urmia, which is a valuable and unique natural treasure with amazing healing and environmental properties, and the proper use of its natural facilities is one of the main reasons for creating a cargo complex. It is of great importance. The traditional methods of the region in using natural phenomena for health and well-being, as well as creating a collection that conforms to global standards and providing a suitable and worthy environment for domestic and foreign tourists are other goals of creating and constructing this collection. The amenities of this complex include the 5-star Deniz Hotel and 100 apartment and villa suites. Conference hall with full equipment. Numerous restaurants and coffee shops. Salt and fresh water swimming pool. Horse riding, boating and water sports, special beaches, shooting (skate trap), wildlife, hydrotherapy center and mud therapy and...
Dalamper lake and mountains - Urmia
In the border region of Ziweh and almost at the intersection of the borders of Iran, Iraq and Turkey, there are two peaks that are the highest peaks in this region, named (Bez Sina) and the other (Dalamper) which is known as Dalamper because of this peak. In this area, there is a beautiful village called (Kechleh) which is located on a hill and when you look down from this village, you can see the whole green and very beautiful area of Ziveh, and it has a view that you will never forget when you see it. did At the top of this village and the mountain at the foot of Dalamper peak, narrow streams flow from everywhere, and on top of one of the hills there is a very beautiful lake, in the south of the lake, in the Dizj area, there is the Sole Do Kal waterfall, which is also one of the waterfalls. It is considered one of the beautiful attractions of this province.
Sule Dukol (Dizaj) waterfall, Urmia
Sule Dukal waterfall is one of the highest waterfalls in Iran, which is one of the tourist attractions of Urmia city. Sule Dukal is located at the foot of Dalamper mountain in Mergur region. Dizaj waterfall with surrounding meadows is located near Dizj village of Ziveh in the southwest of Urmia city. This waterfall is one of the main branches of Barandoz Chai river.
Urmia City Hall
Shahrbani Mansion or Kolah Ferangi Mansion is one of the old buildings of Urmia, which was built in 1307. Its architect, Shahdi Mohammad Hossein, an architect known as Molla Avesta, and its engineer, Vartan Hvansian, were among the pioneers of architectural engineering in Iran. This mansion was built for military and administrative use by the order of Reza Shah in the center of the city in Topkhaneh Square. This mansion changed its use in 1360 and became the property of the Cultural Heritage Organization and was registered as number 2761 in the list of historical monuments. Apart from the tourist use, there is also a cultural heritage building in this mansion.
Ansari House - Urmia
This historic house was built during the Qajar era and belonged to Babak Jafari, who later passed to his daughter and wife Saifullah Khan Ansari. That is why it is known as Ansari House.
Takht Suleiman _ Takab
Takht Suleiman and its collection of antiquities is one of the most important and famous centers of the history of civilization in Iran and the world, which is one of the four registered national monuments of the country in the list of historical monuments of the world, which is about 2500 years old. Takht Suleiman complex with historical and natural attractions around it such as Prison Mountain, Balqis Mountain, Dragon Stone and Tavaleh Stone are attributed to Suleiman the Prophet based on legendary stories. According to archaeological excavations, important works and remains from the first millennium BC to the Safavid period have been identified in this collection, the most important of which belong to the Sassanid period (3rd to 7th century AD) and the period of the Mughal ilkhans (13th century AD). And the respect of this collection is related to the Sassanid era and the most sacred fire temple of this era was built in this place. Azar Gashnsab fire temple is a symbol of religious, political, social and cultural authority of the Sassanid period. Great national celebrations and the most magnificent prayer ceremonies, public gatherings, coronation ceremonies and swearing of kings have been held in this place. The most significant historical monuments of Takht Suleiman include Azar Gashnasab Fire Temple, Anahita Temple, Columned Hall, Khosrow's Pavilion. The tower and rampart and architectural remains of the Ilkhani period. In the southern part of the castle, there is a beautiful lake with a length of 120 meters and a depth of 45 to 65 meters. Takht Suleiman collection was registered as the fourth work of Iran in the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1382.
Sharsher waterfall (Qaniraj)_Takab
Qunirja waterfall, which is called Shersher in the local language, is located near Mount Balqis, Takht Sulaiman and 44 km from Takab city, among the rocks and next to the spa spring.
Historical building of Khoi municipality
This luxurious building is built on 2 floors, where the stucco and prominent paintings on the pillars and the crown of the upper floor make up the upper floor. According to the inscription on the entrance door in the east of the building, the date of construction of this historical building is 1312 AH. is
Tomb and Minaret of Shams Tabrizi-Khoi
The tomb of Shams Tabrizi is one of the tourist places of Khoi city, which is believed by some to be the burial place of the Sufi and Persian poet Shams Tabrizi. The tomb of Shams Tabrizi has a tower with a height of 17 meters and the tomb of Shams is located at a distance of 10 meters from the built tomb. The historical tower of Shams Tabrizi near the shrine attributed to Shams Tabrizi was built in the Safavid period in the city of Khoi. The outer surface of this minaret is decorated with the horns of the wild ram that Shah Esna'il Safavi had hunted during his 40-day stay in Chele Khana Khoi. According to the available documents, this building was built by the order of Shah Ismail Safavid and its minaret is decorated with the horns of wild rams. The mentioned minaret was made from the horns of rams to show the power and skill of Shah Ismail in hunting rams in one day. Shams Tabrizi Minaret has been registered as number 996 in the row of national monuments of Iran and dates back to the 6th century AH.
stone gate
This work was built in the Ilkhanid or Qajar period and remains from the historical fence of Khoi city, which also has a moat around it. The buildings of Cairo are made of black and white marble and open to the entrance of the market. Due to the expansion of the city, this historical building is placed in the new context of the city and its northern part is connected to the market. This gate has witnessed many historical events and The traces of the bullets fired by Maha Jamin Osmani can still be seen in it.
Pol Khatun _ Khoi
This bridge has seven large spans, and stone foundations are placed between the large spans, and there are regularly seven spans of decorative arches in this bridge. In some historical sources, it is stated that this bridge was built by the order of Ahmad Khan Danbali next to the Ghazanfar range, which is still standing and is protected by the cultural heritage of the province due to its historical antiquity.
Seholan natural cave (pigeon's nest) - Mahabad
After Ali Sadr Cave in Hamadan, Domban, Seholan Cave is considered as Iran's blue cave. This cave is located in a very pleasant climate area, and in all four seasons of the year, it has a special splendor and a beautiful landscape (especially its snow-capped mountains in winter and cover This cave consists of two parts, the water part, which is formed from three interconnected ponds, and its deepest point is 52 meters and its average depth is 20 meters, and the approximate length of this part is about 250 meters. It is possible that there is a possibility of developing the cave in this part. In this part of the cave, there are lanterns in different shapes (elephant's foot, bunch of grapes, mermaid, lion's head, dolphin, falling plane, etc.) from the ceiling and a view. This cave has two entrances that are connected inside the cave. The first entrance, which in the local term is known as "Kune Kobutur" means the nest of pigeons. The second entrance is also known as (Kune Malan) in the local language, which means the nest or the house of the families. This cave is of an active type, the reason for which is the growth of jellyfish. The creatures inside the cave include pigeons and bats, and also inside the water. A kind of mollusk Artima lives.
Mahabad dam lake (tourist island) - Mahabad
This dam is one of the important resorts of Mahabad city, which can be reached from the scenic areas around this lake to the island. Ghaziabad. He pointed to the square and the terraced (single tree). This lake is a suitable place for recreation such as swimming and fishing. Among the fishes of this lake, Mai Tian mentioned carp and perch. The connecting roads from Mahabad to Sardasht and Piranshahr pass by this beautiful lake.
The wonderful Kani Gravan spring in Sardasht
The rich and characteristic water of Kani Gravan spring, in addition to its healing properties, has made this area very beautiful and spectacular, which many tourists and nature lovers are eager to visit. This beautiful limestone structure from which the spring boils is about 20 meters high and after It has changed to this shape and size over the years. If you go to the top of it, you can feel the excitement of the earth for life from the sound of boiling water. The water that comes out of this spring after traveling to the Zab river The amount of soluble salts in this spring is at least one gram per liter, and the carbonated and mineral water boils from it, and after being released on the surface of the earth, it leaves behind some substances, and these substances increase with the passing of days. They create an interesting cone-shaped mass and become colorful hills that create an eye-catching contrast in the midst of the green nature of the area and remove fatigue from the traveler's eyes. From wherever you look at this natural structure, a different and beautiful volume. You see that it gives a special effect to its surroundings.
Shlamash waterfall - Sardasht
Shalmash waterfall, with a height of about 50 meters and three floors, is one of the loudest waterfalls in Iran, located on the path of the small Zab river, and the mountain path of the waterfall, which has 360 steps from the top to the bottom of the waterfall, has made reaching this waterfall more beautiful and easier. Through the stairs, you can reach the bottom of the first floor and the top of the second floor of Shlamash waterfall, which presents the most beautiful view in front of you. To reach this waterfall, enter the city of Sardasht and from the end of the city, a beautiful mountain path of 6 Travel a kilometer to reach the place of the waterfall. Spring season and especially May is the best time to watch the beautiful Shlamash waterfall because the waterfall is seen in its most watery state in this season.
Kharpap Waterfall_Piranshahr
Kharpap waterfall is located in the middle of the Pardanan forests of Piranshahr and on the border of Iran and Iraq. Kharpap in the Kurdish language means a beautiful and beautiful place with plenty of water. This beautiful waterfall is located among the mountains of Piranshahr and the local people know this area by the name (Zeh Vian). Iran has become the most important region of Iran.
Qara Church (Tateos) - Chaldaran
The church castle is one of the religious places belonging to Armenians, and Qara means (black) in the Azeri language, and the blackness of this name is a part of the church. Apparently, the main building of the church was made entirely of black stones, which were replaced by white stones after the reconstruction of a part of the stones. It is likely that this action was done intentionally so that future generations would know about the original shape and appearance of the church. The church tower has a special feature of Armenian architecture and is considered one of the most valuable historical works of the country in terms of volume and technique. This work has been registered both nationally and globally by UNESCO.
Seyyed Sadruddin-Chaldaran tomb
This historical religious work belongs to Sayed Sadruddin Safavi, the prime minister of Shah Ismail Safavi, who was martyred with great bravery in the battle of Chaldaran along with 27 thousand people, which is of special importance among the historical works of West Azerbaijan.
Church of Zor Zor or Holy Mary - Chaldaran
Zor Zor Church is a masonry building located in Chaldaran city and near Barun village, which dates back to the 14th century. This cruciform church, which is more like a small chapel, has historical and cultural importance and is on the list of national monuments of Iran and the list of UNESCO world heritage. The reason is known as Zorzor Church. Barun village is also listed separately in the UNESCO list. In 1367, due to the flooding of Barun Dam, the church was moved with existing materials to a high point 600 meters away from the original location in 25 days. It is considered one of the attractions of this church.
Arab Dizj waterfall (Sharshar)_Chaldaran
This area has a very beautiful natural landscape, there are also caves around the mountains overlooking the waterfall, and it is unique in its kind. People who love nature come to this attractive place to enjoy these divine natural landscapes and to pick medicinal plants every year. Among the locals, this waterfall is also known as Shoor Shoor. Among other tourist areas of this region, Abgareh Valley and Shahbandalo Mountain can also be mentioned.
Sardar Bagh mansion (Baghche Joq)_Mako
Bagche Jouk village leads from the west and south to the slopes of Mount Cherkin and a spring called the church. In the southeast part of Bagche Jouk village, there is a luxurious and historical building of Bagche Jouk Palace, which dates back to the end of the Qajar period. Its founder was the famous Timur Timuri. By Iqbal Sultanah Makoui is one of the powerful rulers of the time and one of the generals of Muzaffaruddin Shah. Due to its outstanding architectural and artistic features, this palace was prepared for public visit in 1353 and was used as the palace of the Jouk Mako garden museum. Historical palace Bahce Jooq, which consists of a two-story building, is located inside a garden with an area of 11 hectares. The architecture of the palace is a combination of traditional Iranian and western architecture, especially Russian architecture of the late 19th century. and the plaster fences have decorated the roof edge. The stone building with the palace kitchen, which is built with polished and cut stones, and the large pool of the garden, from which the blue stream flows to different parts of the garden, are among the other sights of the Jouk garden. It counts.
Soraya spring - Mako
The Soraya spring is located in the northernmost geographical point of Iran between the border of Iran and Turkey in West Azerbaijan province and is a part of Mako city. The Soraya spring is a large and spectacular spring whose water is very clear and can even be sailed. It is from the Ararat mountain region. It can be clearly seen that the view of Mount Ararat and Soraya spring has given a special beauty to this area.
