Iconic natural sites in Ilam set for national registration
The Director General of Ilam Province’s Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts Organizaiton announced the preparation of three natural heritage dossiers from Ilam Province for inclusion on Iran’s National Heritage List.
Farzad Sharifi stated that three prominent natural sites in Ilam Province are currently undergoing documentation and completion procedures with the aim of being officially registered as national natural monuments. He explained that the selected sites include the sumac trees in Sirvan, the salt springs in the town of Meymak of Mehran, and the Doroughin (False) Spring in Badreh, chtn.ir wrote.
Sharifi emphasized that the preparation of these dossiers is being carried out through expert studies, field documentation, and the compilation of required technical records. The initiative, he said, is intended to protect, preserve, and introduce Ilam’s unique natural capacities at the national level.
He added that registering natural sites on Iran’s National Heritage List plays a vital role in safeguarding natural heritage, raising public awareness, and promoting sustainable tourism across different regions of the province. According to Sharifi, the process of identifying and registering valuable natural sites is being pursued seriously, and the protection of natural heritage remains one of the main priorities of the department.
Ilam Province, located in western Iran along the Zagros mountain range, is renowned for its rich and diverse natural landscapes. The province is home to dense oak forests, dramatic mountain chains such as Kabirkuh, and numerous springs, rivers, and waterfalls that create a unique ecological environment.
In addition, Ilam’s varied climate and unspoiled landscapes make it a suitable destination for eco-tourism, hiking, and nature-based travel. The ongoing registration of natural sites as national heritage not only contributes to their long-term protection but also helps introduce Ilam Province as a significant natural tourism destination in Iran.