Attractions of Farvardin (March - April)

1- Egyptian vulture: Egyptian vulture is a bird of prey which has a vast global distribution. In Qeshm Island you can find this beautiful creature more easily. They are regularly seen near landfills in groups. In spring in coasts of the Persian Gulf and Oman Sea you can find these charismatic birds over the roofs, palms or even street lamps.

2- Blossoms: By arrival of spring through Iran, every garden is more colorful with different trees blossoms. Depending to different climates of Iran, Cherry, Apple, Hazelnut and Apricot and... absorb the attention of all the nature-lovers and tourist of Iran.

3- Norouz: The very first day of spring is the time of an ancient ceremony in the Persian language countries from centuries ago. "Norouz" is the most important holiday and festival for Iranians with very special ceremonies and costumes. By reaching "Norouz" in every family do you can see the grass-plots, house-cleaning, shopping's and "Haft-sin" (a table with at least 7 signs of happiness in life). 10 countries celebrate "Norouz" in the world namely Iran, Tajikistan, Afghanistan...

4- Migratory swallows: The flight of flocks of swallows in the blue sky is a very good sign for coming spring in Iran. They move to north after their stay in Iran in March and April. Bern swallow is the most common species in most parts of Iran in March.

5- Turkaman Desert: This magnificent area in North Eastern Iran has an arid climate but in this time of year all the plains are covered with flowers and plants. By going to Northern parts of Golestan province you can find the absorbing culture, music and lifestyle of these warm-blooded people.

6- Khosh'yeylaagh Wildlife Refuge: This unique micro-clima is one of the attractions of Iran as a junction of different climates and cultures. You can find three different habitats in this area containing open plains which once was roamed by herds of Persian gazelle and good population of Asiatic cheetah, high mountain habitat with tremendous nature in this season and upper in north the Hyrcanian forests of Caspian with species like Red deer. All these mixture is just in 1500 sq km in Semnan province.

7- Hoz'soltan Salt lake: This small salt lake is located in Qom province and attracts thousands of migratory birds for resting in colder seasons. In warmer seasons it completely dies out and looks alike a snowy plain.

8- Climbing: Because of southern direction and high cliffs, in this season Band Yakh'chaal is one of favorite places for this sport in Tehran province. Iran is a suitable destination for mountain sports due to its vast mountain ranges.

9- Khojir & Sorkheh'hesar National Parks: These two national parks in vicinity of Tehran city are among the oldest game reserves in Iran and even in the world. Protected since Ghajarid dynasty (1779-1925), every year hundreds of people visit the parks during Norouz for trekking and observation of Alborz red sheep, the representative of larger mammals of the region.

10- Caspian Sea: The biggest lake on earth is located in northern borders of Iran and has significant impact on Nature and people of the region. Every year millions of people travel to 3 coastal provinces in Norouz time to enjoy the pleasant and unique weather and lifestyle.