Top-Rated Caves in Iran 2024 - Iran Travel and Tourism

Ali-Sadr Cave
in City

Ali-Sadr Cave

Ali-Sadr cave is the largest in the world, containing water and offering the use of canoes. This cave is located in the village of Alisadr, district of Kabudrahang, and was inaugurated ... MORE

Alisadr is the world's largest water cave which attracts thousands of visitors every year. It is located in Ali Sadr Kabudar-ahang County about 100 kilometers north of Hamedan, western Iran. Tours of the cave are available by pedalos.

Kalmakareh Cave
in Pol-e Dokhtar City

Kalmakareh Cave

city: Pol-e Dokhtar

Kalmakareh Cave is located 20 km. south west of Pol-e-Dokhtar. The said cave is valuable, both as a natural phenomenon and from the cultural aspect. This cave is situated in a historical ... MORE

Kalmakareh Cave is located 20km southwest of Pol Dokhtar in the western province of Lorestan. It is situated in a historical and ancient valley known as Darreh Bagh on the heights of Kouh Mahalleh.

Karaftoo (Karaftu) Historical Cave
in Saqqez (Saghez) City

Karaftoo (Karaftu) Historical Cave

city: Saqqez (Saghez)

Karafto Caves (Karaftou Historical Caves) is located in a castle by the same name between Divandareh and Saqez, 20 km. north of this route in Kurdestan Province. This relic accounts ... MORE

Karafto Caves (Karaftou Historical Caves) is located in a castle by the same name between Divandareh and Saqez, 20 km. north of this route in Kurdestan Province. This relic accounts for being a reputed and important one in the province of Kurdestan. The cave structure is related to the Parthian era ...

Rood Afshan Cave
in Damavand City

Rood Afshan Cave

city: Damavand

Rood Afshan Cave (Roodafshan) is located in Rood Afshan Village of the Damavand township in the central Alborz Mountains (in Tehran Province). Inside the cave is covered by limestone ... MORE

Rood Afshan Cave (Roodafshan) is located in Rood Afshan Village of the Damavand township in the central Alborz Mountains (in Tehran Province). Inside the cave is covered by limestone in the form of stalactites hanging from the ceiling. The height of the cave is as such that allows easy movement. It ...

Chal Nakhjir Cave
in Delijan City

Chal Nakhjir Cave

city: Delijan

Chal Nakhjir is a rare geological phenomenon which was recently discovered in 1989 and is located in the township of Delijan. This cave belongs to the Cenozoic period and has been ... MORE

Chal-e-Nakhjir Cave located between Naraagh (city) and Delijan City is a limestone cave approximately 70 million years old. Parts of the cave including its internal lake have been prepared for easy tourist access.

Shapur cave in Tang-e Chogan
in Kazeroon City

Shapur cave in Tang-e Chogan

city: Kazeroon

In the Chowgan Valley (Chogan Valley near Kazerun in Fars Province) there is a rather large cave in which a huge statue of Shapour I (the second ruler of the Sasanid Empire) has been ... MORE

Shapur cave is located at the end of Chogan canyon in the four kilometer distance of Bishapur City near Kazerun town in Fars Province, the most important Sassanid capital in an 800 meter height from the ground and its entrance is about 30 meters.

Kahak Cave
in Araak (Arak) City

Kahak Cave

city: Araak (Arak)

Kahak cave is 86kms south of Qom, to the west of Delijan city near Kahak village lying between the Markazi and Qom provinces. It consists of a number of successive large platforms, ... MORE

Kahak cave near Delijan City and Arak City in Markazi Province is one of the most attractive ones in Iran. The cave’s wonderful scenes and its massive chambers makes it an ideal choice for adventurous ecotourists who love to get the adrenaline going every now and then.

Khorbas Cave
in Qeshm Island City

Khorbas Cave

city: Qeshm Island

The ancient village of Kharbas located on the fork road of Qeshm - Dargahan in Qeshm Island, Hormozgan Province. Nestling in the heights of this village are historical evidences revealing ... MORE

In Qeshm Island's southeast you'll find this almost vertical limestone cliff pockmarked with caves. They are said to have sheltered local villagers seeking refuge from pirates and bandits raiding the island in the past centuries.

Parau Cave (Paraw)
in Kermanshah City

Parau Cave (Paraw)

city: Kermanshah

Parau cave (Ghaar-e Parow) is located in the Poraw Mountain (Zagross Mountain Range), to the north of Kermanshah province. The Poraw Cave is the largest calcareous cave in the world ... MORE

Paraw cave or Ghar Parau is located near Kermanshah and in 3050 meter above sea level which is the highest cave in the world and well known as Everest of world caves.

Namakdan Salt Cave
in Qeshm Island City

Namakdan Salt Cave

city: Qeshm Island

Namakdan Salt Cave (Namak Cave) in Qeshm Island With a length of six kilometers, The worlds largest salt cave is filled with fragile salt sculptures, salt rivers, and huge salt megadomes. ... MORE

Namakdan Cave in Qeshm Island is one of the masterpieces of creation. The cave is an appropriate place for treating those who suffer from asthma and respiratory problems. With a height of 237 meters and length of over 6,000 meters, this natural attraction is considered as the largest salt cave worldwide.

Kaldar Cave
in Khorramabad (Khorram Abaad) City

Kaldar Cave

city: Khorramabad (Khorram Abaad)

Kaldar cave located near Khorramabad city in the western Iranian province of Lorestan. During the exploration of the Kaldar cave in Khorramabad valley by the Sefidkuh Mountain, archaeologists ... MORE

Kaldar cave located near Khorramabad city in the western Iranian province of Lorestan. During the exploration of the Kaldar cave in Khorramabad valley by the Sefidkuh Mountain, archaeologists discovered valuable remains of appeared to be the belongings of early of hunting and gathering humans of the ...

Aqdash Cave
in Saveh City

Aqdash Cave

city: Saveh

Aghdash cave (od Aqdash) is located in the mountains to the north of the Aqdash Village, in the Nobaran district of Saveh (Markazi Province). In this cave, there are drawings showing ... MORE

Aghdash cave (od Aqdash) is located in the mountains to the north of the Aqdash Village, in the Nobaran district of Saveh (Markazi Province). In this cave, there are drawings showing human beings hunting animals. In this respect, this cave bears archaeological importance.

Katlah Khor Cave
in Zanjan City

Katlah Khor Cave

city: Zanjan

Katalehkhor Cave (Katale Khor) is located 140 km. south west of Zanjan, in the southern skirts of the Saqizloo mountains. The inlet to this cave stands 6-8 m. above a dry river. The ... MORE

Katalehkhor Cave (Katale Khor) is located 140 km. south west of Zanjan, in the southern skirts of the Saqizloo mountains. The inlet to this cave stands 6-8 m. above a dry river. The name, Katale Khor, means "mount of the sun". The beauty of this cave is enhanced due to the formation of stalagtites ...

Salt Goddess Cave & Mountain
in Hormoz Island City

Salt Goddess Cave & Mountain

city: Hormoz Island

The Hormuz Island in southern Iran is widely known for its red and edible soil but in addition to the dominant red colour of the island, a splendid white colour catches the eyes of ... MORE

The Hormuz Island in southern Iran is widely known for its red and edible soil but in addition to the dominant red colour of the island, a splendid white colour catches the eyes of every visitor: The whiteness of the Goddess of Salt. The jewel of geology of the Persian Gulf is located on a salt dome. ...

Bazangan Cave
in Sarakhs City

Bazangan Cave

city: Sarakhs

The antiquity of this cave (Bazangan Cave) which is located southwest of the Bazangan Village (Sarakhs), dates back to the period before the birth of Christ. Due to its historical ... MORE

The antiquity of this cave (Bazangan Cave) which is located southwest of the Bazangan Village (Sarakhs), dates back to the period before the birth of Christ. Due to its historical value it has been registered as one of the important historical monuments of Iran.

The rock tomb of Fakhrigah
in Mahabad City

The rock tomb of Fakhrigah

city: Mahabad

In the village of Egriqash (Andarqash or Eyriqash) 18 km. from Mahabad right in the heart of the mountain a relatively large crypt has been formed (related to the first king of Medes). This ... MORE

This 'tower of silence' is located near Eqriqash in a place called Fakhrgah (or Faghreghah) and is very likely to be the tomb of a Median prince. Within this cave there are three sites that most probabely one of them belongs to Fra Atis.

Agh Bolagh Cave
in Bostan Abad City

Agh Bolagh Cave

city: Bostan Abad

Agh Bolagh cave (Aghbolaq) is located in the southern sector of the village of Qarah Chaman from where access to this cave can be gained. This cave is a stalagtite type and its opening ... MORE

Agh Bolagh cave (Aghbolaq) is located in the southern sector of the village of Qarah Chaman from where access to this cave can be gained. This cave is a stalagtite type and its opening being about 2 m.

Hormuz Sea Caves
in Hormoz Island City

Hormuz Sea Caves

city: Hormoz Island

Hormuz Island is most famous for its imposing red soil. But, beware red is not all there is to Hormuz Island soil and its epic geological formations. As one takes on the coastal road ... MORE

Hormuz Island is most famous for its imposing red soil. But, beware red is not all there is to Hormuz Island soil and its epic geological formations. As one takes on the coastal road around this spectacular island, colors of blue, purple, yellow, white, glittering gold and silver come flashing past ...

Eskandar Cave
in Tabriz City

Eskandar Cave

city: Tabriz

Eskandar cave (Alexander Cave) is 30km from Tabriz in the village of Saeed Abad (Saeid-Abad). Access to which can be gained from the transit Tabriz-Tehran road. The walls of Eskandar ... MORE

Eskandar cave (Alexander Cave) is 30km from Tabriz in the village of Saeed Abad (Saeid-Abad). Access to which can be gained from the transit Tabriz-Tehran road. The walls of Eskandar cave have interesting stalagtites. This cave consists of 7 halls ...

Qadamgah Temple (Badamyar)
in Tabriz City

Qadamgah Temple (Badamyar)

city: Tabriz

Qadamgah Temple (Ghadamgah Cave and currently Ghadamgah Mosque) is a 1200 year old cave located south of Azar-Shahr near the village of Badamyar in East Azerbaijan province. This cave ... MORE

Ghadamgah cave, a 1200 year old place (located in Badamyar, Azarshahr which is called qadamgah temple, too) is a location for Mithraism ceremony. This place was used as a temple in pre-Islamic periods. After Islam, it was used as a mosque.

Qobad Cave
in Quchan City

Qobad Cave

city: Quchan

This limestone cave (Qobad Cave or Ghobaad Cave) consists of two branches and measures about 120 m. in length. One can get to this cave from the villages of Darbadan and Sheikh Kanloo ... MORE

This limestone cave (Qobad Cave or Ghobaad Cave) consists of two branches and measures about 120 m. in length. One can get to this cave from the villages of Darbadan and Sheikh Kanloo of Quchan.

Kohnab (Eshkoft Kohnab) Cave
in Masjed Soleyman City

Kohnab (Eshkoft Kohnab) Cave

city: Masjed Soleyman

This cave extends from Tang Anbar-e-Sefid Lali, (in the district of Lali ) in Masjed Soleiman and terminates in the vicinity of Cholvar. This area is an interesting site regarding ... MORE

This cave extends from Tang Anbar-e-Sefid Lali, (in the district of Lali ) in Masjed Soleiman and terminates in the vicinity of Cholvar. This area is an interesting site regarding the archeological studies as well as for sight seeing.

Mahdishahr Darband Cave
in City

Mahdishahr Darband Cave

Mahdishahr Darband Cave is one of the largest caves of Semnan province located 3 km. south of Shahmirzad, overlooking the green valley. The entrance of this cave in the mountains is ... MORE

Darband Cave is one of the largest caves of Semnan province located 3 km. south of Shahmirzad, overlooking the green valley. The ancient most relic found in this cave is related to the 5th century AH.

Historical and Natural Caves in Yazd
in Yazd City

Historical and Natural Caves in Yazd

city: Yazd

Caves have been among the most beautiful and natural places attracting many of researchers and experts. The followings are some of the famous caves in Yazd province: Chek Cave, Abar ... MORE

Caves have been among the most beautiful and natural places attracting many of researchers and experts. The followings are some of the famous caves in Yazd province: Chek Cave, Abar Kooh Cave, Ala Cave in Abar Kooh, Mahaneh Cave in Hamaneh Kharanaq, Farashah Islamieh Cave, Baad Ma'soom Cave in Islamieh, ...

Gol-e-Zard Cave
in Damavand City

Gol-e-Zard Cave

city: Damavand

This cave is located in the beautiful plains of Lar. Inside the cave there is a picturesque scene of stalactites and stalagmites. It is covered by cacium carbonate and beam light of ... MORE

This cave is located in the beautiful plains of Lar. Inside the cave there is a picturesque scene of stalactites and stalagmites. It is covered by cacium carbonate and beam light of mountaineers exhibits its beauty and charm. Within the cave a few small pools of cold water are seen at irregular intervals.

Qoori Qal'eh Cave
in Paveh (Oramanat) City

Qoori Qal'eh Cave

city: Paveh (Oramanat)

Among the oak forests of Oramanat and Paveh at a distance of 90 km. from Kermanshah, exists the Qoori Qaleh Cave which is considered the largest cave with water in Asia. This cave ... MORE

Among the oak forests of Oramanat and Paveh at a distance of 90 km. from Kermanshah, exists the Qoori Qaleh Cave which is considered the largest cave with water in Asia. This cave begins in the Qoori Qaleh Village and according to people continues till Iraq. In 1989, a group of mountaineer of the mountain ...

Chehel Khaneh Historical Caves
in City

Chehel Khaneh Historical Caves

In the north of 'Sa'dabad' (district of Burazjan), the 'Shapour River' flows through the rocky, stony and layers of heaped sand. The two sides and within these rocks, there are numerous ... MORE

In the north of 'Sa'dabad' (district of Burazjan), the 'Shapour River' flows through the rocky, stony and layers of heaped sand. The two sides and within these rocks, there are numerous crypts (similar to tiny 'dug out' chambers or rooms). Chehel Khaneh is in keeping with the meaning of 40 rooms or ...

Dash Kasan Caves
in Abhar City

Dash Kasan Caves

city: Abhar

This aggregate is located 10 km. south east of Soltanieh (Abhar). During this period three caves have been intricately dug out from the breast of the mountain side. Out of the remnants ... MORE

This aggregate is located 10 km. south east of Soltanieh (Abhar). During this period three caves have been intricately dug out from the breast of the mountain side. Out of the remnants of this beautiful sculpture is worth mentioning of two dragons opposite each other and reaching a height of 3 m. Along ...

Alvijeh, Kukuloo and other caves
in Isfahan City

Alvijeh, Kukuloo and other caves

city: Isfahan

The limestone cave of Kalah Rood and the beautiful cave of the Alvijeh Village, Shah Shekar Cave located at a distance of 30 km. on the Shahreza - Semirom road, the Kukuloo Cave, 15 ... MORE

The limestone cave of Kalah Rood and the beautiful cave of the Alvijeh Village, Shah Shekar Cave located at a distance of 30 km. on the Shahreza - Semirom road, the Kukuloo Cave, 15 km. west of Esfahan, the Shah Qandab Cave southeast of Shahreza are worth mentioning in this province.

Boornik and biuk agha cave
in Damavand City

Boornik and biuk agha cave

city: Damavand

Various other caves of the province are: Boornik Cave (on the Damavand - Firooz Kooh Road) opposite Harandeh Village and Biuk Aga Cave (on the route to Kanne Road). MORE

Various other caves of the province are: Boornik Cave (on the Damavand - Firooz Kooh Road) opposite Harandeh Village and Biuk Aga Cave (on the route to Kanne Road).

Morad Cave, Gachsar
in Karaj City

Morad Cave, Gachsar

city: Karaj

This cave is situated in Tehran - Chaloos Road in the district of Gachsar (Azadbar). From this vicinity its an hour of walking distance to the Morad Cave. Low temperature within the ... MORE

This cave is situated in Tehran - Chaloos Road in the district of Gachsar (Azadbar). From this vicinity its an hour of walking distance to the Morad Cave. Low temperature within the cave is as such that even till the months of May/June icicles can be still observed here.

Vashnooh Cave
in Qom City

Vashnooh Cave

city: Qom

The said cave is at a distance of 60 km. from Qom, in the mountainous region of Ardhal. In this vicinity four caves or pits have been identified. In one of these there is a large expanse ... MORE

The said cave is at a distance of 60 km. from Qom, in the mountainous region of Ardhal. In this vicinity four caves or pits have been identified. In one of these there is a large expanse of water. The water has seeped in through crevices in the mountain and gushes out in the form of a spring. This cave ...

Mozdooran Cave
in Mashhad City

Mozdooran Cave

city: Mashhad

This cave is 2 km. from Qariyeh Mozdooran (Mashad) and is situated in the Chahak and Shorlaq heights. The entrance of the said cave measures about 2 m. in length and 2.5 m. in height. ... MORE

This cave is 2 km. from Qariyeh Mozdooran (Mashad) and is situated in the Chahak and Shorlaq heights. The entrance of the said cave measures about 2 m. in length and 2.5 m. in height. Antiquity of the cave dates back to much before the birth of Christ and therefore it has been registered as a historical ...

Moqan Cave
in Mashhad City

Moqan Cave

city: Mashhad

The cave is situated 75 km. from Mashad, and is to the south of the village of Moqan. It is 2,910 m. above sea level and has two entrances, one to the south and the other to the east. ... MORE

The cave is situated 75 km. from Mashad, and is to the south of the village of Moqan. It is 2,910 m. above sea level and has two entrances, one to the south and the other to the east. The main entrance is the southern one, and in about 120 m. there is no need for lighting. This cave is rich in stalagtites ...

Niyasar Cave
in Kashan City

Niyasar Cave

city: Kashan

The said cave dates to approximately 2000 years ago and nestles in the limestone hills overlooking the Niyasar Village of Kashan. This cave has been dug out with the help of primitive ... MORE

The said cave dates to approximately 2000 years ago and nestles in the limestone hills overlooking the Niyasar Village of Kashan. This cave has been dug out with the help of primitive implements and resembles a meandering stony tunnel in the breast of the Karkas Mountains. The same comprises of long ...

Sooleh Khoonza Cave
in Araak (Arak) City

Sooleh Khoonza Cave

city: Araak (Arak)

This cave is located in the Shams Abad Mountains, 15 km. to the south of Arak. To the right of the rocky wall of the mountain is the first opening of the cave and the second one exists ... MORE

This cave is located in the Shams Abad Mountains, 15 km. to the south of Arak. To the right of the rocky wall of the mountain is the first opening of the cave and the second one exists in the higher altitudes. Sooleh Khoonza means "the hole of a house which has a spring". The cave is 27 m. in length ...

Aivan (Enfejary) Cave
in Aivan (Eyvan) City

Aivan (Enfejary) Cave

city: Aivan (Eyvan)

This cave is located in upper the parts of Kaleh Joo Village among west walls of the Bankool Mountain. Its entrance is difficult to pass but it holds several hall, vestibules, corridors, ... MORE

This cave is located in upper the parts of Kaleh Joo Village among west walls of the Bankool Mountain. Its entrance is difficult to pass but it holds several hall, vestibules, corridors, stalactites and stalagmites. The calcareous ceiling of the cave due to humidity and heat causes chemical reactions ...

Shovey Natural Cave
in Baneh City

Shovey Natural Cave

city: Baneh

The same is at a distance of 12 km. north of Baneh Township. It's length is 267 m. and internally it is alluvium. There is a small lake at the end of the cave. MORE

The same is at a distance of 12 km. north of Baneh Township. It's length is 267 m. and internally it is alluvium. There is a small lake at the end of the cave.

Pirezan, Meymeh and Nazl Cave
in Dehdasht (Kohkiluyeh) City

Pirezan, Meymeh and Nazl Cave

city: Dehdasht (Kohkiluyeh)

Other caves of the province are as follows: The Pirezan Cave and Fee Cave in Dehdasht, Kohkiluyeh, Mess Cave in Khongah Ab Siyah, Boyer Ahmad, Meymeh Cave on the borders of Kohkiluyeh ... MORE

Other caves of the province are as follows: The Pirezan Cave and Fee Cave in Dehdasht, Kohkiluyeh, Mess Cave in Khongah Ab Siyah, Boyer Ahmad, Meymeh Cave on the borders of Kohkiluyeh Va Boyer Ahmad and Khuzestan provinces. Nazl Cave in Nour, Dehdasht, Shah Cave or crevice in Basht. Kak Koohzad crevice ...

Shah Zand Cave
in Araak (Arak) City

Shah Zand Cave

city: Araak (Arak)

This cave is 35 km. to the south west of Arak. From ancient times this cave was a sacred and pilgrimage site for the Zoroastrians and annually many Zoroastrians from all over the country ... MORE

This cave is 35 km. to the south west of Arak. From ancient times this cave was a sacred and pilgrimage site for the Zoroastrians and annually many Zoroastrians from all over the country as well as India visit this cave for pilgrimage. On the walls of the cave various Iranian and Zoroastrian names such ...

Anjedan Caves
in Araak (Arak) City

Anjedan Caves

city: Araak (Arak)

These caves are located 40 km. to the east of Arak around the Anjedan Village, and beside the natural and historical attractions of this village have special charm of their own. Other ... MORE

These caves are located 40 km. to the east of Arak around the Anjedan Village, and beside the natural and historical attractions of this village have special charm of their own. Other caves of this vicinity are the Assily, Miyanlanoon or Kolucheh Bala, Taq Reche, Giveh Kesh and Shoqal Darreh Caves. ...

Ab Konari Cave
in Dehdasht (Kohkiluyeh) City

Ab Konari Cave

city: Dehdasht (Kohkiluyeh)

This cave is located in the Kheis Mountain of Dehdasht and has two large entrances. In the primary sector of the cave there is a spring with refreshing water which the inhabitants ... MORE

This cave is located in the Kheis Mountain of Dehdasht and has two large entrances. In the primary sector of the cave there is a spring with refreshing water which the inhabitants use for drinking purposes. All the branches inside the cave are blocked. This cave was discovered in 1987.

Gabar Cave
in Dehdasht (Kohkiluyeh) City

Gabar Cave

city: Dehdasht (Kohkiluyeh)

This cave is located in the Sarkharab area and was discovered by a group of mountaineers of the province in 1989. It is assumed that this cave has been known as Kherefkhaneh in the ... MORE

This cave is located in the Sarkharab area and was discovered by a group of mountaineers of the province in 1989. It is assumed that this cave has been known as Kherefkhaneh in the Sassanide era.

Kabootar Cave
in Dehdasht (Kohkiluyeh) City

Kabootar Cave

city: Dehdasht (Kohkiluyeh)

This cave is neighboring the Tourab Village and is located 10 km. from Landeh, Dehdasht. Half of the internal mouth of this cave is in Maroon River. This cave has two large halls and ... MORE

This cave is neighboring the Tourab Village and is located 10 km. from Landeh, Dehdasht. Half of the internal mouth of this cave is in Maroon River. This cave has two large halls and is 150 meters deep with lots of branches. In order to pass from these halls and branches, one should be equipped with ...

Baglijeh Cave
in Hamedan City

Baglijeh Cave

city: Hamedan

The said cave is located near the village of Sorkh Abad (Hamadan) and because it resembles a 'well' special equipment is required here. The Baglijeh cave has beautiful stalagmites. ... MORE

The said cave is located near the village of Sorkh Abad (Hamadan) and because it resembles a 'well' special equipment is required here. The Baglijeh cave has beautiful stalagmites. The cave is 50 m. in length.

Kamarband and Hotoo Cave
in Behshahr City

Kamarband and Hotoo Cave

city: Behshahr

These caves are located in the village of Tarujen, 5 km. south west of Behshahr. The same were discovered in 1949. Discoveries made here have revealed the life style of primitive man ... MORE

These caves are located in the village of Tarujen, 5 km. south west of Behshahr. The same were discovered in 1949. Discoveries made here have revealed the life style of primitive man in three periods related to the stone ages. Three human skeletons have been discovered in Kamarband cave, dating to approximately ...

Khofash Cave
in Dehloran City

Khofash Cave

city: Dehloran

This cave is located 3 kilometers northeast of Dehloran on the outskirts of a mountain overlooking the valley and thermal springs of Dehloran. It is the habitat of thousands of tailed ... MORE

This cave is located 3 kilometers northeast of Dehloran on the outskirts of a mountain overlooking the valley and thermal springs of Dehloran. It is the habitat of thousands of tailed and large bats so it is called Bat Cave. It is one of the ancient caves and dates back to the Troglodyte period that ...

Eshkoft Salman Cave
in Izeh (Eazeh) City

Eshkoft Salman Cave

city: Izeh (Eazeh)

The same is located at a distance of 3 km. from the current city of Eazeh. Eshkoft Salman is a cave within a natural rock, which has a spring with clear and sweet water that extrudes ... MORE

The same is located at a distance of 3 km. from the current city of Eazeh. Eshkoft Salman is a cave within a natural rock, which has a spring with clear and sweet water that extrudes out through another smaller and narrower cave. To the right and opposite the Eshkoft Salman, there are two embossed profiles ...

Other Caves
in Hamedan City

Other Caves

city: Hamedan

The others are not 'natural caves' but are historical caves of the province. These are as follows: Qalleh Jooq Cave, (village of Qalleh Jooq), Aq Qaya Cave, Tasheer and Gav Khaneh ... MORE

The others are not 'natural caves' but are historical caves of the province. These are as follows: Qalleh Jooq Cave, (village of Qalleh Jooq), Aq Qaya Cave, Tasheer and Gav Khaneh Caves (Malayer road to....) and Azad Cave (near Towiserkan).

Konatarikeh Cave
in Ilam City

Konatarikeh Cave

city: Ilam

This magnificent cave is located 35 kilometers from Ilam in Sivan heights on the road to Dareh Shahr. There are hundreds of columns, several vestibules, halls, wells and a wonderful ... MORE

This magnificent cave is located 35 kilometers from Ilam in Sivan heights on the road to Dareh Shahr. There are hundreds of columns, several vestibules, halls, wells and a wonderful aggregate of stalactites and stalagmites. It is very cold inside the cave and there is no evidence of life. Some of the ...

Sheikh Ali Cave, Haji Abad
in Kazeroon City

Sheikh Ali Cave, Haji Abad

city: Kazeroon

At the distance of 5 km. east of Naqsh-e-Rostam and along the ruins of Estakhr, there is a cave in which inscriptions in Pahlavi script are written. These are in commemoration of nine ... MORE

At the distance of 5 km. east of Naqsh-e-Rostam and along the ruins of Estakhr, there is a cave in which inscriptions in Pahlavi script are written. These are in commemoration of nine monuments built by the order of Shapour I and contemplate his ability in handling arms. There is very narrow path by ...

Asangaran Cave
in Kermanshah City

Asangaran Cave

city: Kermanshah

This cave is situated to the north west of the Poraw Mountain in a gorge called Tang Kouh, 22 km. of the Kermanshah - Sanandaj Road. The Asangaran Cave has 4 wells to the depths of ... MORE

This cave is situated to the north west of the Poraw Mountain in a gorge called Tang Kouh, 22 km. of the Kermanshah - Sanandaj Road. The Asangaran Cave has 4 wells to the depths of 4, 8, 16 and 36 m. Its third and fourth wells are interconnected. At the end of the cave, there is a pool-like area. This ...

Hizej Cave
in Hamedan City

Hizej Cave

city: Hamedan

This cave is on the Arak - Malayer Road, in the village of Hizej. In colloquial language it is known as Zaqeh Darehsi. On entering the cave, there are 'halls' or areas 12 m. in length. ... MORE

This cave is on the Arak - Malayer Road, in the village of Hizej. In colloquial language it is known as Zaqeh Darehsi. On entering the cave, there are 'halls' or areas 12 m. in length. After which there is a vast area that consists of a path branching off from one corner. Besides the above there are ...

Kavat Cave
in Javan Rood (Javanrud) City

Kavat Cave

city: Javan Rood (Javanrud)

This cave is among the famous caves of Kermanshah. It is located on Shahoo Mountains in the serene scenic valley, north of the outskirts of the Javan Rood. The cave opening is located ... MORE

This cave is among the famous caves of Kermanshah. It is located on Shahoo Mountains in the serene scenic valley, north of the outskirts of the Javan Rood. The cave opening is located at a height of 1660 m. above the sea level and forms an area with a steep incline. At the end of this large area, the ...

Tayounehnav and other Caves
in Kermanshah City

Tayounehnav and other Caves

city: Kermanshah

The other caves are as follow: The Tayounehnav Cave in the Badreh region of Kermanshah, the Roteil Cave on the Kermanshah - Kerend and Rijab Route. MORE

The other caves are as follow: The Tayounehnav Cave in the Badreh region of Kermanshah, the Roteil Cave on the Kermanshah - Kerend and Rijab Route.

Qahraman Cave
in Khomeini Shahr (Sadeh) City

Qahraman Cave

city: Khomeini Shahr (Sadeh)

This cave is located in the western mountains of the Cheshmeh-e-Lar in Khomeini Shahr. Within it is a chamber of sculptured stone, with an area of 3 x 3 sq. m. MORE

This cave is located in the western mountains of the Cheshmeh-e-Lar in Khomeini Shahr. Within it is a chamber of sculptured stone, with an area of 3 x 3 sq. m.

Doosheh Cave
in Khorramabad (Khorram Abaad) City

Doosheh Cave

city: Khorramabad (Khorram Abaad)

The historical cave of Doosheh is in the village of Karshurab in the district of Chagni (Khoram Abad). This cave has many interesting historical drawings and inscriptions in it. The ... MORE

The historical cave of Doosheh is in the village of Karshurab in the district of Chagni (Khoram Abad). This cave has many interesting historical drawings and inscriptions in it. The cave has a regular circular shape within, and is approximately 5 m. in height. Its straight walls are adorned with about ...

Koogan Cave
in Khorramabad (Khorram Abaad) City

Koogan Cave

city: Khorramabad (Khorram Abaad)

This cave is one of the historical man-made caves dug out in the breast of the mountain. The said cave is 8 km. from Khoram Abad - Kermanshah Road. The cave is not within easy reach. ... MORE

This cave is one of the historical man-made caves dug out in the breast of the mountain. The said cave is 8 km. from Khoram Abad - Kermanshah Road. The cave is not within easy reach. Coins that have been discovered in the surroundings are related to the Parthian era. Throughout the ages the cave has ...

Qajeh (Moqar) Cave
in Khorramabad (Khorram Abaad) City

Qajeh (Moqar) Cave

city: Khorramabad (Khorram Abaad)

This cave is in the south-east of Kooh Yafteh in the district of Chagni Khoram Abad. The opening of this cave faces east, and inside there are pools with very cold water to the depth ... MORE

This cave is in the south-east of Kooh Yafteh in the district of Chagni Khoram Abad. The opening of this cave faces east, and inside there are pools with very cold water to the depth of 1.5 m. Besides which the cave also has stalactites and stalagmites. The cave forms a shelter for hunters and is a ...

Qomri Cave
in Khorramabad (Khorram Abaad) City

Qomri Cave

city: Khorramabad (Khorram Abaad)

The Qomri cave is located to the west of the valley of Khoram Abad, and internally it is more than 200 m. Besides , it has a long and narrow passage, the end of which has not been ... MORE

The Qomri cave is located to the west of the valley of Khoram Abad, and internally it is more than 200 m. Besides , it has a long and narrow passage, the end of which has not been discovered yet.

Mirmelas Cave
in Koohdasht (Kuhdasht) City

Mirmelas Cave

city: Koohdasht (Kuhdasht)

The above mentioned cave is in the Mirmelas Valley in the Sarsarkhan Mountains, 30 km. from the city of Koohdasht. There are drawings or paintings on the northern and southern walls ... MORE

The above mentioned cave is in the Mirmelas Valley in the Sarsarkhan Mountains, 30 km. from the city of Koohdasht. There are drawings or paintings on the northern and southern walls of the cave as well as the ceiling. Some of these drawings display scenes from hunting activities, whilst others are those ...

Boornik-e-Bozorg Cave
in Mahabad City

Boornik-e-Bozorg Cave

city: Mahabad

This cave is near Mahabad, and is about 500 m. long. It has many wide spaces including, crevices, halls, precipices and wells. The use of suitable safety appliances are compulsory ... MORE

This cave is near Mahabad, and is about 500 m. long. It has many wide spaces including, crevices, halls, precipices and wells. The use of suitable safety appliances are compulsory when entering it.

Boornik-e-Koochak Cave
in Mahabad City

Boornik-e-Koochak Cave

city: Mahabad

This cave is at close proximity to the above mentioned cave but is smaller in size and dimension. It has a platform for accessibility to its end. MORE

This cave is at close proximity to the above mentioned cave but is smaller in size and dimension. It has a platform for accessibility to its end.

Rakad Cave
in Mahabad City

Rakad Cave

city: Mahabad

This cave located in the village of Andarqash, is similar in style and carving to the Achaemenian crypts of Takht-e-Jamshid (Persepolis) and Naqsh-e-Rostam. MORE

This cave located in the village of Andarqash, is similar in style and carving to the Achaemenian crypts of Takht-e-Jamshid (Persepolis) and Naqsh-e-Rostam.

Shah Bolbol Cave
in Mahallat City

Shah Bolbol Cave

city: Mahallat

This cave is located in the eastern mountains of the Mahalat township (between Khorheh and Delijan). The inhabitants respect this cave from the religions point of view. Some offer ... MORE

This cave is located in the eastern mountains of the Mahalat township (between Khorheh and Delijan). The inhabitants respect this cave from the religions point of view. Some offer charity and their sacrifices to the needy near this site. There is a little spring in this cave, most visitors stay the ...

Kabootar ( Hampoeil ) Cave
in Maraqeh (Maragheh) City

Kabootar ( Hampoeil ) Cave

city: Maraqeh (Maragheh)

This cave is 15 km. southeast of Maraqeh in the rocky structure of the mountains, south facing and from the river bed of Moordi Chay at an altitude of about 1,600 m. The opening of ... MORE

This cave is 15 km. southeast of Maraqeh in the rocky structure of the mountains, south facing and from the river bed of Moordi Chay at an altitude of about 1,600 m. The opening of the cave measures 8 m. and its height is from 25-40 m. Near the entrance of the cave an inscription can be noted in the ...

Other Caves
in Mehran City

Other Caves

city: Mehran

Other caves of the province are: Qolapikeh (Qal'eh Pukeh) on Mehran - Dehloran Road, Malek and Kabutarlan in Akrehbid village, Tayageh and Telesm in Aivan. MORE

Other caves of the province are: Qolapikeh (Qal'eh Pukeh) on Mehran - Dehloran Road, Malek and Kabutarlan in Akrehbid village, Tayageh and Telesm in Aivan.

Zinehgan Cave
in Mehran City

Zinehgan Cave

city: Mehran

This wonderful cave is located 52 kilometers from Mehran in the southeast of Saleh Abad. It is an open cave with several vestibules, halls, stalactites, stalagmites and plenty of water. ... MORE

This wonderful cave is located 52 kilometers from Mehran in the southeast of Saleh Abad. It is an open cave with several vestibules, halls, stalactites, stalagmites and plenty of water. Temperature difference inside and outside the cave is very high so it is called Paradise cave as well. There exist ...

Peer-e-zan Khany Cave
in Noor City

Peer-e-zan Khany Cave

city: Noor

This cave is near the village of 'Oklav' in the vicinity of Noor and Kujur. The entrance of the cave measures approximately 2m. x 2 m. and there are various crevices present here. ... MORE

This cave is near the village of 'Oklav' in the vicinity of Noor and Kujur. The entrance of the cave measures approximately 2m. x 2 m. and there are various crevices present here. Regarding the length, it is a small and tight cave.

Div Sefid Cave
in Noshahr City

Div Sefid Cave

city: Noshahr

This cave is in the vicinity of 'Mazgah' close to the Div Sefid peak, and was used as a defense area by Espahbodan of Mazandaran in the ancient times. In distances between the sea, ... MORE

This cave is in the vicinity of 'Mazgah' close to the Div Sefid peak, and was used as a defense area by Espahbodan of Mazandaran in the ancient times. In distances between the sea, peak and the said cave, eight castles exist which have turned into the shape of ancient hillocks. These are named as Bardozdak, ...

Mirdavood Cave
in Urmia City

Mirdavood Cave

city: Urmia

The said cave has been registered by The Cultural Heritage Organization of Iran as being one of the earliest dwellings of man. This cave measures 5,100 m. in length. MORE

The said cave has been registered by The Cultural Heritage Organization of Iran as being one of the earliest dwellings of man. This cave measures 5,100 m. in length.

Qarniyaroq Mountain Underground Caves
in Salmas City

Qarniyaroq Mountain Underground Caves

city: Salmas

Located on the skirts of the Qarniyaroq Mountains between the Salmas and Somai district of Orumieh, there are some underground caves which have wide spaces and chambers, and are related ... MORE

Located on the skirts of the Qarniyaroq Mountains between the Salmas and Somai district of Orumieh, there are some underground caves which have wide spaces and chambers, and are related to 700 BC.

Espahbod Khorshid Cave
in Savadkuh City

Espahbod Khorshid Cave

city: Savadkuh

This cave is located between the railway station of Pol-e-Sefid and Sorkh Abad, in the vicinity of 'Do Ab'. It was discovered in the year 1956. The cave has a simple area or hall, ... MORE

This cave is located between the railway station of Pol-e-Sefid and Sorkh Abad, in the vicinity of 'Do Ab'. It was discovered in the year 1956. The cave has a simple area or hall, with a ceiling 80 m. in width and height, and is considered spectacular in the world. Near this cave is a remnant of a ruined ...

Soleiman Cave
in Shirvan City

Soleiman Cave

city: Shirvan

The cave is situated west of Shirvan near the village of Qishlaq Kaveh and rests in the middle of the Paykan Mountains. The said cave has a vast inlet or entrance, with a stony ceiling, ... MORE

The cave is situated west of Shirvan near the village of Qishlaq Kaveh and rests in the middle of the Paykan Mountains. The said cave has a vast inlet or entrance, with a stony ceiling, 25 m. in length and 6 m. in breadth. The main passage of this cave comes to an end after about 50 m. where it seems ...

Dofiri Cave
in City

Dofiri Cave

This crevice is a natural cave with a structure related to the Safavid period. The same is located to the north of Bonzard Village and 50 km. away from north of Sisakht. The said besides ... MORE

This crevice is a natural cave with a structure related to the Safavid period. The same is located to the north of Bonzard Village and 50 km. away from north of Sisakht. The said besides being a tourist attraction also enjoys historical values.

Sefidkhani, Azad khan and other caves
in City

Sefidkhani, Azad khan and other caves

Other caves are: the Sefidkhani Cave 18 km. to the south of Arak which has refreshing water, Azad Khan Cave, to the west of Mahalat, Soorakh-e-Gav Cave to the north west of the Khorheh ... MORE

Other caves are: the Sefidkhani Cave 18 km. to the south of Arak which has refreshing water, Azad Khan Cave, to the west of Mahalat, Soorakh-e-Gav Cave to the north west of the Khorheh Village, Yekkeh Chah Cave in the south east mountains of Mahalat, Qaleh Jooq Cave near the Chehreqan Village of Vafs ...

Nool Cave, Sisakht
in City

Nool Cave, Sisakht

This cave is in Kooh-e-Gol, at a distance 20 km. from Sisakht. It is 80 meters in length. This cave has several walls in steps with various branches, which are very important from ... MORE

This cave is in Kooh-e-Gol, at a distance 20 km. from Sisakht. It is 80 meters in length. This cave has several walls in steps with various branches, which are very important from the geology and tourism point of view. The mouth of this cave is 3 meters in height. The ceiling and structure of this cave ...

Other Caves
in City

Other Caves

Other caves of the province are as follows: The Pirezan Cave and Fee Cave in Dehdasht, Kohkiluyeh, Mess Cave in Khongah Ab Siyah, Boyer Ahmad, Meymeh Cave on the borders of Kohkiluyeh ... MORE

Other caves of the province are as follows: The Pirezan Cave and Fee Cave in Dehdasht, Kohkiluyeh, Mess Cave in Khongah Ab Siyah, Boyer Ahmad, Meymeh Cave on the borders of Kohkiluyeh Va Boyer Ahmad and Khuzestan provinces. Nazl Cave in Nour, Dehdasht, Shah Cave or crevice in Basht. Kak Koohzad crevice ...

Dareh Farakh Cave
in Malayer City

Dareh Farakh Cave

city: Malayer

Darreh Farakh Cave is around Malayer, near the village of 'Jowzan' (Jozaan). The opening or mouth of the cave is at an elevation of 2,220 m. facing the south east and to the ... MORE

Darreh Farakh Cave is around Malayer, near the village of 'Jowzan' (Jozaan). The opening or mouth of the cave is at an elevation of 2,220 m. facing the south east and to the measurements of 80-120 cm. Under the opening is a short, tight passage leading to a corridor 9 m. in length, from the ...

Kharmanehsar Cave
in Zanjan City

Kharmanehsar Cave

city: Zanjan

Kharmanehsar cave (Kharmaneh-Sar) is located in the heights of the Kharmanehsar Mountains in the village of Shah Neshan. A type of granite and white limestone have formed columns and ... MORE

Kharmanehsar cave (Kharmaneh-Sar) is located in the heights of the Kharmanehsar Mountains in the village of Shah Neshan. A type of granite and white limestone have formed columns and hangings (Stalagtites and Stalagmites) very similar to those of a chandelier, suspended from the roof of the cave. Needless ...

Chah Zendan Cave
in Takab City

Chah Zendan Cave

city: Takab

Chah-Zendan Cave (Chahzendan-e Soleiman) is near Takab, 40km from the ancient monument of Takht-e-Soleiman in Zendān-e Soleymān Mountain. It is 2950m above the sea level. This cave ... MORE

Chah-Zendan Cave (Chahzendan-e Soleiman) is near Takab, 40km from the ancient monument of Takht-e-Soleiman in Zendān-e Soleymān Mountain. It is 2950m above the sea level. This cave has come into existence by volcanic activity and in older times it had been used as a prison. In its vicinity there are ...

Kahriz Cave
in Takab City

Kahriz Cave

city: Takab

Kahriz cave is located in Kahriz village near Takab a city of West Azerbaijan Province. It is about 3m in length and width, and its opening is approximately 2m in radius. MORE

Kahriz cave is located in Kahriz village near Takab a city of West Azerbaijan Province. It is about 3m in length and width, and its opening is approximately 2m in radius.

Sard Kooh Cave (Sardeh Mountain)
in Malayer City

Sard Kooh Cave (Sardeh Mountain)

city: Malayer

Sardkooh cave (Cave of Sardeh Mountain) is located near the village of Soltan Abad, at an elevation of 2,240m in the Sard Kooh Mountains of Malayer. The opening of the cave is at a ... MORE

Sardkooh cave (Cave of Sardeh Mountain) is located near the village of Soltan Abad, at an elevation of 2,240m in the Sard Kooh Mountains of Malayer. The opening of the cave is at a steep gradient, ending up at a stony entrance to the main passage of the cave. The central part of the cave has a huge ...

Duogijan Cave
in Marand City

Duogijan Cave

city: Marand

This cave is also of a stalagtite type in characteristic. The opening of the cave is about 3.5 m. This cave lies west of Marand (near Dogijan Village) and one can gain access to it ... MORE

This cave is also of a stalagtite type in characteristic. The opening of the cave is about 3.5 m. This cave lies west of Marand (near Dogijan Village) and one can gain access to it by car.

Poostindooz Cave
in Shirvan City

Poostindooz Cave

city: Shirvan

Poostinduz Cave in North Khorasan Province lies 6km northeast of Lojali Village (Lojanli) on the skirts of the Imam Hezar Mountains. The opening of this cave is dome-shaped, and the ... MORE

Poostinduz Cave in North Khorasan Province lies 6km northeast of Lojali Village (Lojanli) on the skirts of the Imam Hezar Mountains. The opening of this cave is dome-shaped, and the cave measures 3m in height and 4m in width. Visitors are compelled to visit this cave along with a guide because of its ...

Goljik Historical Cave
in Zanjan City

Goljik Historical Cave

city: Zanjan

Goljik cave is located in the heights facing the Haj Arah village of Zanjan. At present no road way facilities are provided and the only way to get there is to trek. This large cave ... MORE

Goljik cave is located in the heights facing the Haj Arah village of Zanjan. At present no road way facilities are provided and the only way to get there is to trek. This large cave has come about from limestone deposits. Remnants in these caves date back thousands of years at least 16-30000 years BC. ...

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