Badlan Waterfall

Badlan Waterfall, originally known as "Qizil Chir Waterfall", is one of the natural attractions of West Azerbaijan Province. It lies 21 kilometres from the city of Khoy, near the lovely village of Badlan. The waterfall sits amid lush orchards, especially walnut orchards, and with its green surroundings it is a delightful destination for nature lovers. To reach the waterfall you must pass through the orchards, and because of the sandy soil, the last 400 metres or so must be covered on foot.

Badlan Waterfall drops about 13 metres from a towering rock face. Beside the waterfall is a small cave, and a narrow natural path next to it makes it possible to reach the top of the falls. Over thousands of years, the river flowing above the waterfall has eroded the rock and carved a gorge 90 metres deep into the mountain, splitting it in two. This natural phenomenon is a magnificent display of the power of water erosion and the passing of time.

Another interesting feature of the area is a memorial stone called "Mirnaser Maqbareh" near the waterfall, which commemorates a person who had an accident here in 1378 (Solar Hijri). Small shrubs growing around the waterfall add their freshness and a special charm to the spot. The access road to the waterfall is suitable for passenger cars, and you can enjoy its beautiful scenery without any special equipment, especially in spring and summer, when the landscape is at its most beautiful. When visiting, it is essential to follow the principles of responsible nature tourism, such as not damaging plants, collecting your rubbish and respecting the local wildlife.