Talun Village

Talun is a mountain village in Kan District, Tehran County, Tehran Province, located in Soleqan Rural District. It lies in the central Alborz range and, because of its altitude, is counted among the highest villages in the region; its elevation is reported at roughly 2,000 to 2,150 metres above sea level. Talun sits in a green mountain setting, and the high peaks around it, along with the valleys and rivers of the area, give it a distinctive natural landscape. Shaped by the altitude, the village has cold winters and mild summers, and part of the residents' livelihood is tied to orchard farming and animal husbandry. According to the 2006 census (1385 in the Solar Hijri calendar), Talun had a population of 196 people in 56 households.

The mountain scenery and the varied vegetation are among Talun's main attractions for visitors. On the heights and valley floors around the village you can find species such as ash (zaban gonjeshk), plane trees, borage, thyme, violets, marshmallow flowers, mountain tea, mountain sorrel and rhubarb. The orchards, the river and the greenery make it a pleasant setting for nature walks and outings. One of the best-known natural attractions near Talun is the Talun Waterfall, which lies before you reach the village and is fed by water flowing down from the mountain heights. The river and walnut trees around the waterfall provide a good place to rest and take in the scenery, and climbing enthusiasts can use the mountain trails of the area to head up to the higher summits. The quiet of the mountains, the sound of running water and the local vegetation make Talun a good destination for a day of nature touring near Tehran.

To reach Talun from Tehran, take the route through Kan and Soleqan, then enter Kouhsar Boulevard and join the Imamzadeh Davood road. After about 18 kilometres, head towards Randan. After passing Randan, you drive about 6 to 7 kilometres along a winding mountain road to reach Talun; at a fork, the road leading to Talun separates from the road to the waterfall. Given the climate of the area, late spring, summer and early autumn are the best times to visit Talun, and in the colder seasons you should check road and weather conditions before setting out. While visiting, please do not leave litter, damage trees or vegetation, or light a fire without fully extinguishing it afterwards, and do not enter orchards or pick fruit without the owners' permission.