Alamut, Land of Mysteries in Iran is always a break point for the tourists from the deserts, towns and cities in Iran.
If you are planning a trip to Iran or if you already are in Iran, take a one-day or multi-day trip to Alamut Valley. The Valley of Assassins in Iran offers you a range of different outdoor activities like sightseeing, hiking/trekking, village life and relaxing.
Alamut is the Land of Mysteries since there is a lot to explore. From the history of the Assassins (11th century) to the incredible mountainous nature. You will not waste one single hour of your trip here in Alamut Valley.
This amazing mountainous region is located at the west side of Alborz Mountain Range on the southern slope.
The peaks of over 4000 meters are visible from anywhere in Alamut valley.
Khashchal; 4000 meters above the sea level, Shah Alborz is 4200 meters high, Sialan 4250 meters of altitude and finally Alam Kooh with the height of 4850 is the second highest mountain in Iran.
If you are a person of history and culture, go for the castles. There are two accessible castles remained from the Assassins of Alamut. The main one is called Hasan – i – Sabah castle or Alamut Castle, the headquarter of the mysterious system of the Assassins. The second one is called Lambesar, the one that could resist for about one year under the seize of the Mongolians before collapsing. The Mongolians ruined all of the 52 castles to the soil level.
The tourists visiting Alamut Valley confess some of the landscaped can well be compared with mountainous area of the United States, Turkey and Europe.
The village life in Alamut is the unique privilege that tourists should not ignore. Talk to the locals, explore their system of life in mountains and celebrate the Alamuti pride.
Do not leave Alamut without hiking. According to Lonely Planet, Alamut is THE SPOT for trekking in Iran. From multi-hours hiking to multi-days trekking, all is possible.