Tang-e Zarangush

Tang-e Zarangush is one of the most important and best-known natural attractions in Darreh Shahr County, located west of the village of Zarangush. About 2 kilometers long and roughly 500 meters high, this gorge lies among rocky mountains in a rugged mountain landscape. Thanks to the permanent flow of its springs, it looks lively and vibrant in every season, especially in spring and winter. The water running through the gorge makes a pleasant, soothing sound that makes being in the heart of this landscape even more enjoyable.

In the past, before the recent droughts affected the region, Tang-e Zarangush was covered with denser vegetation, and a variety of trees and plants grew on the floor and walls of the gorge. Although parts of this natural beauty have been damaged by shrinking water resources, there are still traces of the once-stunning scenery that are worth visiting and protecting. Native trees, mountain shrublands and scattered vegetation continue to survive resiliently in this dry ecosystem.

To the north of the gorge lies Tang-e Alishervan, about 1 kilometer from Zarangush, which is another natural attraction of the area. There are also smaller valleys to the north and south of Zarangush which, despite their smaller size, offer pristine and peaceful views. This natural area can be an excellent destination for mountaineering, nature tourism and landscape photography, and for learning about the environmental potential of mountain regions. The best time to visit Tang-e Zarangush is spring, when the springs are full, the landscape is relatively green and the weather is cool and pleasant.