This is one of the highest mountains in Azarbayjan, in addition to being an important dormant volcano in the country. The Sahand mountains are 50 km. south of Tabriz, the highest peak of which is Jam Daqi at an attitude of 3,750 m.. Approximately 17 peaks can be accounted for as being over 3,000 m. in height. Due to the presence of a variety of flora and fauna, the Sahand mountains is known as the bride of mountains in Iran. The lower slopes and skirts of which are summer residing quarters for some tribes here.
This castle is located 5 km. southwest of Kalibar, at 2,600 m. above sea level. Surrounding the castle are valleys and only access to this structure is through a narrow track. It was from this castle...
Besides the above mentioned castles, there are other castles in the province of East Azarbayjan, such as the Qizlar Qalasi Castle 20 km. southwest of Maraqeh, the 'Aaq Gonbad' Castle in the...
The pass of Goijeh Boel is one of the most beautiful vicinities in Azarbayjan, 24 km. of Ahar. In this area two caravansaries or inns can be noted, built of stone and the type of architecture shows...
This sweet water lake is located 45 km. east of Tabriz. (en route to Tehran from this city). Because of its special characteristics both environmentally as well as regarding wild species, has...
Other summits in the province are as follows: Sultan Jahangeer at as height of 3,255 m.. Neshan Kooh at an attitude of 3,660 m. in Arasbara. Shanjan 3,125 m. in Shabestar and Aaq Daq with an attitude...
Lying northwest of the province with an altitude of 3,347 m.is located in the vicinity of Jolfa. This region having a number of villages experiences cold weather with plenty of rainfall and snow....
This mosque is located in the village of Asnaq. It has stone pillars and beautiful inscription. This mosque is one of the relics of the 8th century AH.
The province of East Azarbayjan is reputed for its handicrafts in Iran namely a variety of carpets, rugs, Kilims (coarse carpet), Jajeem (loosely woven cloth), satchels, shawls, earthenware, ceramic...
This museum is in the vicinity of The Cultural Heritage Directorate and the mausoleum of Ohadi Maraqehei in the city of Maraqeh. This museum houses thousands of valuable hand written books, antiques...
This ancient building or 'house' was the gathering place for the constitutional revolutionary leaders. In the year (1868 AD) This building was constructed by the leader of the movement...
This village lies 62 km. southwest of Tabriz and 22 km. south of Oskoo. From the architectural point of views this village is interesting, as the settlements are rocky dating back to the 7th century...
This village is located on the borderline of Iran and the Republic of Azarbayjan, 14 km. from the Aras River. With its pleasant climate and natural beauty it stands in importance to the village of...
This village lies 14 km. from Shabestar. An engraving (on stone) can be observed on one of the hillocks west of it. Here ancient graves are also evident.
