Abshineh Wetland

Abshineh Wetland lies 15 kilometres east of Hamedan, near the town of Maryanaj. Covering 85 hectares, this beautiful wetland was formed behind the Abshineh earth dam on the Abshineh River and is regarded as one of the most important wetlands in western Iran. Because of the importance of protecting this area and improving its ecological condition and the habitat of its wildlife and vegetation, it was declared a no-hunting zone on 15 Bahman 1390 (4 February 2012).

Abshineh Wetland is home to birds such as the coot, pelican, flamingo, black-winged stilt, avocet, crane, great and little grebes, great egret, grey and purple herons, marsh harrier, glareole (pratincole) and gull-billed tern. These birds migrate to the wetland from African countries in spring and spend the season there until late Mehr.

The best time to visit Abshineh Wetland in Hamedan depends on your taste and the purpose of your trip. If you want to enjoy lush nature and cool air, spring (Farvardin to Ordibehesht) and early autumn (Shahrivar to Mehr) are the best times to visit. In these seasons the weather is pleasant and mild, and you can enjoy walking beside the wetland, boating and admiring the unspoiled scenery.

To reach Abshineh Wetland, you can take either the Hamedan–Malayer road or the Hamedan–Tuyserkan road.