Negel Village

Negel Village is located in Kurdistan Province, 65 kilometres south of Sanandaj, on the road from Sanandaj to Marivan. The village lies in a lush valley, with the Shushir River flowing past its southern edge. Its terraced houses and the surrounding mountains create a breathtaking view. The people of Negel speak Sorani Kurdish and are Sunni Muslims.

With its historical and natural attractions, Negel is a popular destination for travellers. One of these attractions is the historic Negel Quran, an old copy of the Holy Quran kept in the village's Jame Mosque. The Negel Village Museum, the first village museum in Iran, has two sections, one on the Quran and one on anthropology, and displays the cultural and historical artefacts of the region. The nature around the village also offers special scenery, with Chal Av Lake, the Qalweza Waterfall and a suspended glass bridge.

To reach Negel, drive from Sanandaj towards Marivan and continue for 65 kilometres until you arrive at the village. The best time to visit is spring and summer, when the landscape is at its most beautiful. To protect the environment and the region's ecosystem, please practise responsible nature tourism, including not damaging plants and not entering protected areas.