There are also some flat area for tenting at about 4220 masl. Photographs and map of mount damavand the highest mountain. It has a special place in persian mythology and folklore. The height makes it the single tallest volcanic mountain in asia, and an increasingly enticing challenge for traveling mountaineers. In terms of national divisions, the peak is located in larijan county of amol city, mazandaran province. Steeped in mythology the iconic peak of mount damavand has also been peppered into persian poetry and literature as a symbol of the resistance to. When the weather is clean, damavand seen from tehran and beach of caspian sea. It is immediately obvious from its steepsided conical shape that this is not. Mount damavand 5671m alibabatrek iran tour operator. Hiking to the top of this peak is a great way to discover its unique stories, and its beautiful plants and animals. Mount damavand donbavand 5610m, 18,406ft highest mountain in iran damavand is located in the middle alborz range near the southern coast of the caspian sea and some 66km 41 miles ne of tehran.
It is an almost perfectly shaped stratovolcano topping out at over 5,600 m. In a variant of this myth, gaia produced another monster called enceladus to avenge typhon, and either zeus bound him under etna, or athena threw the whole island of sicily on top of him. Damavand expedition iran by world expeditions bookmundi. In ferdowsis epic shahnameh book of kings, mount damavand is. Damavand third camp bargah sevom damavand third campsite is called bargah sevom. Mount damavand may be little known outside its home nation of iran but it is asias highest volcanoe and therefore one of the volcanic seven summits. Also increase your chance of success and enjoy a safe trek to damawand summit. It is the symbol of iranian resistance against dictatorship and foreign rule in persian poetry and literature. Mount damavand a potentially active volcano, is a stratovolcano which is the highest peak in iran and the highest volcano in asia. Damavand volcano is a majestic stratovolcano located 70 km ne of tehran and 70 km south of the caspian sea. Iran mount damavand 5610m expedition overview mount damavand may be little known outside its home nation of iran but it is asias highest volcano and provides a delightful challenge for mountaineers. Damavand is very important in iranian mythology and the mountain is considered holy by zoroastrians.
It is in the middle of the alborz range, adjacent to vararu, sesang, gole zard, and mianrud. Nestled in the heart of iran, youll find mount damavand, waiting for you. It is located north damavand is, with its nearsymmetrical lines. The volcano is considered to be dormant, though it does have an active fumarole system. An jawdropping landscape of towering peaks, snowcapped volcanos, ancient sites, incredible cities, delicious food and one of the the warmest welcomes on the planet, iran is hospitality on a grand scale with breathtaking landscapes to match. During the pahlavi dynasty this was the royal standard according to myth it is under damavand where zahhak the tyrant was chained by feraydun.
Mount damavand is highest volcano peak in middle east that is also a national heritage site and national symbol of resistance and has a significant place in persian mythology. An ascent of mount tochal and a gondola ride down is the perfect way to acclimatise for an ascent of damavand. It is near the southern coast of the caspian sea, in. A small and beautiful town called damavand city is situated about 20 km from the mountain and is much used as a summer. In under two weeks this expedition climbs mount tochal and mount damavand, as well as plenty of time to explore the wondrous city of tehran. It is the symbol of iranian resistance against despotism and foreign rule in persian poetry and literature. How to climb mount damavand iran in this topic you learn how to climb damavand and find the best instructions to organize and manage your plan to mount damavand iran. In zoroastrian texts and mythology, the threeheaded dragon azi dahaka was chained within mount damavand, there to remain until the end of the world. The highest peak of iran is called mount damawand which is the amazing hero of iranian myth and folklore. In iranian mythology, there is a legend that says a threeheaded dragon. Ascend to the roof of iran, the summit of mount damavand 5610m.
Tehran damavand tehran mount damavand pictures read about the itinerary of our threeday mount damavand tour threeday mount damavand tour reservation all the tours from tehran. In the alborz range, mount damavand solely reigns upon the region at 5610 meters. Damawand is a prominent feature in iran, as is the fujiyama in japan. It is a delightful challenge for mountaineers and is located north of tehran, close to the caspian sea and dominates the alborz mountain range. In this short and intensive 7day adventure, you scale the highest peak of persia iran and get a taste of the. The price when you book is the price you will pay, whether you are booking for this year or the next. The oldest name for this volcano is donbavand mountain of many faces. This snow covered peak is as famous and well loved by the people of iran as is fujiyama by the japanese. Damavand has also been refereed into persian poetry and literature as a symbol of the resistance since thousands of years ago. Mount damavand project gutenberg selfpublishing ebooks. But ferdowsi tusi, the highly respected persian poet 9401020 ce in iran has mentioned it in his famous book shahnameh as damavand, meaning the.
It is the highest volcanic mountain in asia, and part of the volcanic seven summits mountaineering challenge. Todays peak will most likely be lashgarak 4320 m which is. Explore the various guided trip options on offer and book your perfect damavand experience today. Given the prominence of damavand in zoroastrian and persian mythology, it is not complete speculation that it was a possible model for mount. It is located in the central part of the alborz mountain range in. In ferdowsis epic shahnameh book of kings, mount damavand is where legendary hero arash the archer shot his arrow to mark the new border between the warring iran and. Mount damavand is an important figure in persian mythology. World heritage encyclopedia, the aggregation of the largest online encyclopedias available, and the most definitive. Book early to avoid any tour price increases, get the best flight prices and take advantage of our no surcharge guarantee.
To get the most out of your experience its important that you embark on this adventure with a certified guide. Climb to the top of the stunning mount damavand on a thrilling hiking adventure in iran with one of the guides at. A skimountaineering team from the uk set out to climb irans highest mountain, mount damavand 5610 m. This legend is also recalled by ferdowsi, the great iranian poem in his masterpiece book of shahnameh or the book of kings among other stories. Mount damavand, a potentially active volcano, is a stratovolcano which is the highest peak in iran and the middle east as well as the second highest volcano in asia. Mybe, can you give me some information about the prices of the accomodations. Mount damavand is the result of volcanic activities at the beginning of the quaternary geologic time pleistocene stage. Mount tochal 3,964m is even closer to tehran and has its own ski resort and telecabin. Youre looking at a big mountain thats probably the fastest and easiest to climb 5000er in the world.
Steeped in mythology the iconic peak of mount damavand has also been peppered into persian poetry and literature as a symbol of the resistance to foreign rule. In the avesta, thraetaona is the son of aiya, and so is called aiyani, meaning from the family of aiya. Its majestic volcanic form rises steeply from the central alborz mountain range and whilst it is coated in snow during the winter it is an achievable peak for walkers and. Climb damavand mount tour damavand trek with the professionals. Its majestic volcanic form rises steeply from the central alborz mountain range and whilst it is coated in snow during the winter it is an achievable peak. Mt damavand is the highest peak in the middle east and the second highest volcano in asia after kunlun volcano in tibet. The team is lead by shirin shabestari, an iranian woman now resident in london. Damavand is 5670 meters and of course it is the highest volcano in asia.
Climb mount damavand in iran with adventure dynamics. It is one of the worlds volcanic seven summits the highest volcanoes of the 7 continents. Mount damavand is an emblematic peak in iranian folklore and in persian mythology. Damawand is located only 80 km northeast of the capital, tehran. Best trekking tour in iran damavand mountain trekking is one of most popular trek holidays in iran that everyone would love to experience it once in his or her life. We hope it will be your adventure home page for your damavand trekking in iran. It is located 66 km ne tehran and 70 km south of the caspian sea. The perfect cone of mount damavand soars above the alborz range of northern iran, peaking at a whopping 5,609 meters above sea level, where it gathers snow plumes and mist the whole year round. Mount damavand or the damavand volcano is the tallest volcano in asia. May 11, 2016 a skimountaineering team from the uk set out to climb irans highest mountain, mount damavand 5610 m. Mount damavand located in the central part of alborz mountain range, mt damavand 5610 m is the most prominent natural feature of iran looming majestically near the southern coast of the caspian sea. Two safe havens, damavand old refuge and damaand new hut are located in this camping place. It is located in the central part of the alborz mountain range in the north of iran, on the southern coast of the caspian sea.
It is located in southern part of caspian sea and 1 hour driving from capital city of iran tehran. Damavand, nicknamed dome of the world, plays a prominent role in persian mythology, folklore, and literature, making it one of irans most important national symbols. Mount damavand with its narrow summit and permanent snowcap is the most important feature of iran showing impressive beauty in the middle of alborz mountain range near caspian sea coast, it is mainly surrounded by many goodlooking mountains, valleys peaks, ridges, lake and rivers, in a clear weather it is visible from tehran and as far as 250 km away. On a clear day, the snowcovered peak of mount damavand can be seen in the distance from the iranian capital tehran.
Mount damavand 5671m is situated in iran, an amazing country to visit and very tourist friendly. Originally, he may have been recorded as the killer of the dragon zahhak azi dahak, but in middle persian texts, dahakadahag is instead imprisoned on mount damavand in amol. A small and beautiful town called damavand city is situated about 20 km from the mountain and. Damavand like many volcanic mountains bears a conic shape very similar to fujiyama in japan. This evil figure was chained within mount damavand in order to be imprisoned here until the end of the world.
Steeped in mythology the iconic peak of mount damavand through this 8 day trekking tour, the mt. Climbing mount damavand irans highest mountain youtube. It is the highest camping place on south route of the mountain. Ferdowsi tousi, the great iranian poet, tells a story in his epic book shahnama how the dictator zohak was overthrown.
So, now you know what it takes to trek to the mount damavand summit. Nontechnical and a special place in persian mythology and folklore, this is a very achievable mountain for the average fit person and an interesting. With a basecamp just a couple hours from the international airport of tehran, mt. Damavand has a special place in persian mythology and folklore. It is located in the middle alborz range, adjacent to vara. Summit lashgarak 4320m for views of mount damavand. In zoroastrian texts and mythology, the threeheaded dragon azi dahaka was chained in mount damavand, there to remain until the end of the world. It is the highest mountain in the middle east and the highest volcano in asia. In zoroastrian mythology, there was once a threeheaded dragon named azhi dhaka. May 26, 2017 mount damavand or the damavand volcano is the tallest volcano in asia. I would like to climb tochal and damavand in august i would like to book a bed in advance according to the possible crowdedness. There is 20% discount for groups of 2 people, and 30% for groups of 3 or more on all the packages. Mount damavand is a recent volcano with regular contours, part of the traditional landscape of tehran and the. Mount damavand is the 12th most prominent peak in the world, and the second most prominent in asia after mount everest.
There are four major myths associated with mount etna. In ferdowsis epic shahnameh book of kings, mount damavand is where legendary hero arash the archer shot his arrow to mark the new border between the warring iran and touran. This is a snow and ice covered dormant volcano and very similar to kilimanjaro in ascent. The damavand expedition iran is a trekking tour that takes 8 days taking you through tehran, iran and other destinations in iran. Damavand is a significant mountain in persian mythology. Damavand is a lesser known destination, but certainly rapidly growing in popularity. In the first, zeus subdued the monster typhon, after a long fight, by hurling mount etna on top of him. He was a descendant of zaav, ruling over the persian empire for about nine years, and is also the name of a monsterslaying hero in iranian mythology.
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