Hoor-ol-Doraq Wetland, Shadegan

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Hoor-ol-Doraq Wetland, Shadegan

This is a comparatively vast wetland which lies in the south western territories of Khuzestan. Crossing Shadegan, the Jarahi River adjoins this wetland. Birds, reeds, papyrus and salt are found here. A kind of herb which favors humidity and locally is known as "Cholan" grows here and is utilized by the natives of Hoor.

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Khuzestan Tourism Attraction

Khuzestan weather forcast

HUMIDITY: 88 %

VISIBILITY: 5 KM

PRESSURE: 0 MM

SUNRISE: 6:57 am

SUNSET: 5:12 pm

TEMP: 12°C

Day: Tuesday

LOW: 11°C

HIGH: 19°C

Day: Wednesday

LOW: 11°C

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