Satiari Village

Satiari is one of the most attractive villages in the Uraman region of Kermanshah Province, about 25 to 27 kilometres from the city of Paveh, within the Baynegan district. Its houses are built on steep mountain slopes, and together with its stone-paved alleys, lush orchards and views over the surrounding valleys, they make this mountain village a delightful destination for lovers of rural tourism. The journey to Satiari is part of the appeal: the road winds through orchards and twisting valleys, and in places tall mountains rise close together to create a spectacular view. Winters in the area are cold, and the mountain slopes turn green in spring, so the changing face of nature through the seasons is one of the village's most notable features.

Besides its mountain landscape, Satiari is known for its local culture, the hospitality of its people and its rural way of life. Animal husbandry and orchard farming are the main occupations, and walnuts, almonds, grapes and pomegranates are among the area's products. The pomegranate harvest festival in autumn is one of the village's most striking cultural and agricultural events. Pomegranates, pomegranate paste and other local products are on sale, and alongside the colourful Kurdish costumes, it offers a chance to experience local traditions. Satiari is also known for its traditional saqqez (terebinth resin) made from the sap of the van (wild pistachio) tree, handicrafts such as giveh (traditional woven shoes) and handmade leather goods, and local dishes. Natural attractions around the village include the mountainous Gardeh area, the Nezar Forest and the Darbandgardeh Waterfall, all appealing to nature lovers. A visit to Satiari is a chance to learn about the terraced architecture of the Uraman villages, local products, and the bond between people's lives and the mountain nature of western Iran.

To reach Satiari, drive from the city of Paveh towards the Baynegan district and then take the road to the village. The access road passes through valleys and orchards, and the final stretch into the village is stone-paved. Spring and autumn are among the best times to visit Satiari. In spring you can enjoy the green slopes and pleasant weather, while autumn, the pomegranate harvest season with its related ceremonies, gives the village a special charm. Summer is also a good time to visit the cooler Gardeh area and the surrounding mountain scenery. While exploring the village and its natural trails, respect the privacy of homes and farmland, do not pick fruit or damage trees without permission, take your rubbish back with you, and when visiting forests and springs, preserve the peace of the environment and the wildlife.