Aladagh Lar Mountains

Tabriz is located in East Azerbaijan Province, and because of the region's geographic position it enjoys a cooler climate. Its varied topography also includes mountains, dormant volcanoes and glacial lakes. After passing Zanjan, you will notice fascinating mountain ranges in shades of red, green, orange and yellow. This work of art, created by Mother Nature herself, is known as the colorful Aladagh Lar Mountains, and it is one of the sights worth seeing in East Azerbaijan Province.

The vegetation of this area consists mostly of rangeland plants, medicinal herbs and local trees such as wild almond and apricot. At higher elevations you will find cold-resistant plants, such as forage plants for grazing livestock like milkvetch (gavan), as well as various ground-cover plants. The area is especially beautiful in spring, with its colorful flowers and rich plant diversity. Wildlife enthusiasts can spot animals such as wild rams and ewes, gazelles and foxes, and birds such as eagles, quail and various kinds of parrots. Some smaller animals, such as squirrels and rodents, also live in the region.

The Aladagh Lar Mountains are known as a popular destination for mountain sports. Activities you can enjoy here include mountaineering, cycling, hiking, rock climbing, nature photography and picnicking.

You can visit the rainbow mountains at any time of year, and each season offers its own special look. In sunlight the mountains take on distinctive colors, and in autumn and winter, with rain and snow, they present a very different picture. These qualities make Aladagh Lar an attractive destination for nature lovers and for those who enjoy outdoor sports in the mountains.