Sorkheh Hesar National Park

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Sorkheh Hesar National Park is a stunning natural oasis located in the Tehran region of Iran. This expansive park offers visitors a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, with its lush greenery, rolling hills, and diverse wildlife. Nature enthusiasts will be delighted by the park's rich biodiversity, which includes various species of birds, mammals, and plants.

Visitors to Sorkheh Hesar National Park can enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities, such as hiking, picnicking, and birdwatching. The park's well-maintained trails provide opportunities for leisurely strolls or more challenging hikes, all while taking in the breathtaking scenery. The park is also a popular spot for photography, with its picturesque landscapes and abundant wildlife serving as perfect subjects for capturing stunning images.

In addition to its natural beauty, Sorkheh Hesar National Park also boasts several historical and cultural attractions. The park is home to a number of ancient ruins and archaeological sites, providing a fascinating glimpse into the region's rich history. Visitors can explore the remnants of ancient settlements and gain insight into the area's past through these intriguing landmarks.

Local name: پارک ملی سرخه‌حصار Established: 1931 (93 years ago)Elevation: 5305 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 35°39'57"N, 51°34'41"E

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Nearby attractions include: Bibi Shahr Banu Shrine, Vali-e-Asr Mosque, Power and Water University of Technology, Tehranpars.

7 miSW
Sacred and religious sites, Temple
Bibi Shahr Banu Shrine, Tehran
180 min walk • Bibi Shahr Banu Shrine is a shrine located near Shahr-e Ray, a southern suburb of Tehran, Iran. The shrine is located outside the present town on the slope of a small mountain range extending eastwards, known by the name of Mount Tabarak or Kuh-e Ray or also Kuh-e Bibi Sharbanu.
6.4 miNW
Mosque, Postmodern architecture
Vali-e-Asr Mosque, Tehran
163 min walk • The Vali-e-Asr Mosque or Valiasr Mosque is located in Tehran, Iran. It takes its name, a reference to the Mahdi in Shi'ite tradition, from the nearby Valiasr Street. The mosque was designed by the founders of the Iranian architectural and urban design firm Fluid Motion Architects, Reza Daneshmir and Catherine Spiridonoff.
5.2 miN
Universities and schools
Power and Water University of Technology, Tehran
133 min walk • Technical and Engineering Campus of Shahid Beheshti University is a state university of technology, engineering and science in Iran. PWUT is also the technical training center for power and water industries in Iran.
5.8 miNW
Neighbourhood
Tehranpars, Tehran
149 min walk • Tehranpars or Tehran Pars is an absorbed city inside the Greater Tehran Area and is located in the north east area of the city.
5 miN
Neighbourhood
Javadiyeh, Tehran
127 min walk • Javadiyeh is a neighbourhood located south of the city of Tehran in Iran. Among area young male residents the neighborhood was nicknamed "Texas" because of the associations of the U.S. state with the Wild West.
5.8 miNW
Neighbourhood
Dardasht, Tehran
149 min walk • Dardasht is an eastern neighbourhood of Tehran, Iran. Dardasht is situated near the large Tehranpars quarter. It is also the name of the Tehran Metro station which is the starting point of Tehran Metro's line 2.
5.3 miNW
Neighbourhood
Tehranno, Tehran
135 min walk • Tehranno is one of the eastern neighborhoods in Tehran. It is located in region 13 of Tehran. It has 4 small squares, named Chaychi, Ettela'at, Ashtiani, and Lozi, respectively. However, Ashtiani Square has been torn down, because of the Bagheri highway's construction.
7.1 miNW
Neighbourhood
Resalat, Tehran
182 min walk • Resalat is a neighborhood located in eastern part of Tehran, Iran. Resalat Highway joins this locality to Seyed Khandan in north-central Tehran and further to western parts of Tehran metropolis.
3.7 miW
Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums, Sport
Takhti Stadium, Tehran
95 min walk • Takhti Tehran is a multi-purpose stadium, located in Eastern Tehran, Iran. It is used mostly for football matches. The stadium is able to hold 30,122 people and was opened in 1973...
5.5 miNW
Hospital, Health
Ruin Tan Arash Hospital, Tehran
140 min walk • Ruin Tan Aresh Hospital is a General Women's Hospital located in Tehranpars, an eastern suburb of Tehran in Iran. The hospital was founded in 1971 as Aresh Polyclinic at 126 Rashid Avenue, Tehran Pars, by Arbab Hormoz Aresh for his son, and bequeathed by him to the Red Crescent.