These valleys are located near Karaj. After the construction of the Amir Kabir Dam, the only means of accessibility to the village of Varian is by canoe from the lake of the dam. Hotel Varian provides scope for canoeing and water skiing. This territory experiences a mild and moderate weather in summer with extremely cold winters. Arangeh is reputed for its gardens and apple orchards.
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Taleqan Rood River – Karaj
This river originates from Kandovan and Kahar Bozorg Mountains, and thence joins the Sefid Rood River. This river is 180 km in length, the upper banks of which provide sight-seeing and recreational areas.
Karaj River – Karaj
This is one of the most saturated rivers of Tehran province which originates from Alborz Mountains and water spot of Mount Kharsang. This river is about 220 km. in length and Amir Kabir Dam has been constructed on its way. The surrounding ...
Kakh-e Morvarid (Pearl Palace) – Karaj
Khakh-e Morvarid (Pearl palace) is the name of a building from the Pahlavi dynasty located in Mehrshir, district 12 of Karaj municipality. This building was designed and constructed by Wesley Peters and the foundation of Frank Lloyd wright for one ...
Urs Tree – Karaj
A 2500 years old tree located at Shahrestunak, a beautiful village near Karaj. It is 17 meters high.
Morad Cave, Gachsar – 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 cave is as such that even till the months of May/June icicles can be ...
Owsoon and other Waterfalls – Karaj
Other waterfalls of the province are as follows: Owsoon Waterfall in ‘Darband’, ‘Passang’ Waterfall en route to Sheer Palla shelter, ‘Sootak’ Waterfall north-west of Darband, ‘Shekar Aab’ Waterfall of Maygoon, ‘Fasli Pich Adran’ ...
Vardavard Forest Park – Karaj
This park covers an area of 1,020 hectares within the limits of the Vardavard Mountains, located between the Karaj Freeway and Military Base (Sepah).
Apple Garden – Karaj
A huge garden located at Mehrshahr. It makes stunning landscapes in spring and summer. It is 400 Hectares and located near Shams Palace.
