Qeshm, is an Iranian island in the Strait of Hormuz. The earliest evidence of human presence in Qeshm dates back to Paleolithic Period. According to historical records, Qeshm Island has been famous as a trade and navigation center.
Mangrove forests of Qeshm The Mangrove forests of Qeshm or Hara forests of Qeshm are an important ecological resource. The tree is a salt-water plant that is often submerged at high tide. Click hereRead More
Chahkooh Canyon Chahkooh Canyon has holes which were gradually created by the flow of rain water. The exposed rock and lack of plant life are quite startling and invoke a quiet sense of awe.Read More
Salt Cave The longest Salt cave with a length of six thousand and five hundred meters is located in the western part of Qeshm Island. The salt cave of Qeshm was registered as one of the geosystems of UNESCO Global Geoparks as well as a National Natural Heritage Site in 2011.Read More
Stars Valley Stars Valley was created as the result of the erosion of soil and stones by wind and rain. The two-million-year-old Stars Valley is located on the west of the village of Berkeh Khalaf, 5 kilometers from the southern coast of the Qeshm Island. The Stars Valley is one of the most beautiful masterpieces...Read More
Castle of the Portuguese One of the tourist attractions of Qeshm Island is the Castle of the Portuguese which was built in 1507 on the northern side of Qeshm Island by a Portuguese sailor called Afonso de Albuquerque. By constructing several castles in Iran’s southern ports and islands, the Portuguese acquired full authority over southern Iran,...Read More
