Asili Cave

Asili Cave is located in Markazi Province, near the village of Anjedan (about 5 kilometres west of the village). It is part of the group of natural caves around Anjedan, and its limestone structure and stalactite formations have made it popular with nature lovers and cavers.

The entrance of Asili Cave has two round openings. The right-hand opening is about 80 centimetres wide and 90 centimetres high, and the left-hand opening is about 1 metre wide and 90 centimetres high. Between the two openings stands a pillar about 1 metre in circumference, which acts as the inner wall of the cave entrance. The cave is reported to be about 73.5 metres long. The passage inside slopes downward, and to reach the end, visitors have to crawl through a narrow gap. In some areas the walls and ceiling are covered with prismatic crystals and stalactites, which give the space a special character.

To reach Asili Cave, first get to the city of Arak, then travel from there towards the village of Anjedan; the cave lies 5 kilometres west of the village. Visiting this cave requires care and attention to safety, because many of the passages are narrow and fragile, and you have to crawl to reach the end of the cave. For this reason, it is best to visit on dry days; during the rainy season or just after it, there is a risk of rockfall and slippery surfaces. It is best to bring suitable equipment when visiting the cave, and, out of respect for nature, do not leave litter or damage the structure of the cave.