Silver Beach of Qeshm

Silver Beach is one of the best-known and most scenic beaches in the south of Iran, located on the northwest side of Hengam Island in Hormozgan Province. With its shimmering, silver-colored sand, the beach creates a magical, eye-catching scene that is hard to find anywhere else in Iran. Walking on the soft, glittering sands of Hengam Island and watching the beautiful waves of the Persian Gulf brings a sense of calm and vitality to every traveller, and takes you back to the dreams of childhood.

The special sparkle of the sand on Silver Beach comes from glossy mineral particles that shine in the sunlight and reflect the light. Plankton and powdered seashells also play a part in creating this glitter. Phytoplankton, which are tiny living organisms, contain chlorophyll and at times make the sea look green. When the sea is disturbed, these organisms emit a blue light. This phenomenon occurs most often on autumn days and looks very beautiful and astonishing at night.

Despite all the natural appeal of this beach, it is worth remembering that natural attractions are valuable and beautiful only as long as they remain untouched. Unfortunately, some tourists have created a serious threat to the preservation of this area by moving the sand and taking it away as a souvenir. It is therefore important to pay special attention to protecting these natural gifts and to preventing the damage caused by the carelessness and selfishness of visitors, so that this area is not destroyed.