Ab-e Sefid Waterfall

The Bride of Iran's Waterfalls, in the Heart of Lorestan

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Ability level: Intermediate

Ab-e Sefid Waterfall is located in the Pishkuh-e Zalaqi region, within 50 kilometres of the city ofAligudarz in Lorestan Province. It lies in a mountainous area that forms part of the slopes of the Oshtorankuh range in the Zagros. Ab-e Sefid Waterfall is known as the beautiful bride of Iran's waterfalls. It is about 70 metres high, and the width of its crest in the high-water season is about 8 metres. Local people in Lorestan call this waterfall "U Sepid" in the local dialect, and it is also known by other names such as Sefid Ab Waterfall and Sefid Waterfall. Ab-e Sefid Waterfall sits in the heart of a rock tunnel and emerges from it.

A visit to Ab-e Sefid Waterfall in Aligudarz is not limited to viewing the waterfall itself. The surrounding nature, with its diverse and beautiful vegetation, offers you an unforgettable experience. Set in a summer-pasture (yeylaq) area, the waterfall is surrounded by lush green mountains and oak and walnut trees. The vegetation of the area is covered with a variety of trees and plants such as cypress, juniper, hawthorn, wild fig, wild rose, fritillaries (crown imperial lilies) and blackberry. The area is also home to animal species such as leopards, bears, hyenas, wolves, falcons and chukar partridges, and to birds such as turtle doves and goldfinches.

The best time to travel to Ab-e Sefid Waterfall in Aligudarz depends on your taste and the purpose of your trip. In general, though, the best times to visit are spring and early summer, as well as late summer and early autumn. The waterfall is at its fullest, and its roar and splendour reach their peak. The weather is cool and pleasant, so the walk along the route to the waterfall is enjoyable, and the landscape is lush and full of flowers, so you can enjoy the colourful blooms. The best route to the waterfall is to first reach the city of Aligudarz and then take the Imamzadeh Momad road.

Written by ستایش عرب Last updated

Activities

What you can do here, and what it takes

  • Walking

    مسیر رسیدن به پای آبشار سنگفرش است و حدود 15 دقیقه پیاده‌روی نیاز دارد.

  • Swimming

    در دریاچه این آبشار می‌توانید از شنا و آبتنی لذت ببرید.

Specifications

Introduction of the location and specifications of Ab-e Sefid Waterfall
Location: Lorestan, Aligudarz, Pishkuh-e Zalaqi Region
Coordinates: 32.99868517, 49.58024219 Open in maps
Height above mean sea: 2022 meter
Floras: Temperate Broadleaf and Mixed Forests
Faunas: Presence of Predatory Animals, Presence of Allergenic Insects, Presence of Herbivorous Animals
Transports: Private car, Walking, Minibus, Bus

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