Gholehzoo Valley

Gholehzoo Valley is in Razavi Khorasan Province, near the village of Gholehzoo in Kalat County. About 10 kilometers long and up to 200 meters deep in places, it is one of the deepest valleys in the region. The valley lies 18 kilometers southeast of the city of Kalat, and its northern edge borders Turkmenistan. Because of its particular geography, the area combines high mountains with deep valleys.

Gholehzoo Valley has several side valleys, each with its own distinctive character. Katazoo Valley, the largest in the area, lies northwest of Gholehzoo village and contains Gharanqalaq Cave. Ouchneh Valley lies northeast of the village and is named for the sound of dripping water that can be heard in its silence. Kalteh-zoo Valley, with its varied vegetation and a spring of fresh water, lies upstream of the village. Atliaghi Valley, the deepest in the area, lies east of Gholehzoo village, and a spring flows inside it.

To reach Gholehzoo Valley, take the road from Kalat toward Gholehzoo village. The best time to visit is spring, when seasonal rains fill the seasonal watercourse on the valley floor. When visiting, it is especially important to practice responsible nature tourism and protect the environment, so that you can enjoy the area's natural beauty while helping to preserve it.