Chabahar emerges as premier tourism destination
The deputy governor of Sistan and Baluchestan Province and governor of Chabahar said the region’s rare diversity of natural attractions, the pristine Makoran Coast, and its rich local culture have turned Chabahar into one of the standout tourism destinations in the country’s southeast.
Alireza Noora noted that beyond its economic and commercial significance, Chabahar enjoys valuable cultural and social capacities that can play a major role in the development of the travel industry.
He added that the hospitality, honesty, and solidarity of Chabahar’s people represent a major social asset, making travel to the county a distinctive and memorable experience for both domestic and international visitors, according to chtn.ir.
Emphasizing the region’s ecotourism potential, Noora said the scenic Makoran coastline, miniature mountains, wetlands, unique natural landscapes, and the mild climate during the colder seasons have positioned Chabahar as a year-round destination.
He stressed that expanding accommodation facilities, improving access roads, and promoting indigenous capacities at national and international levels are among the measures that could increase Chabahar’s share of Iran’s travel industry.
According to Noora, tourism growth not only creates sustainable employment but also strengthens the local economy, supports handicrafts, and helps better introduce the region’s authentic culture, paving the way for balanced development across the county.
He further noted that the historic Tis village, located within the Chabahar Free Zone, hosts 33 natural, historical, and sightseeing attractions and welcomes domestic and foreign tourists, particularly during the Nowruz (Iranian New Year) holidays.
He also highlighted that the Makoran coastline stretching from Chabahar to Gwatar and Konarak is among the country’s richest natural and human landscapes for marine, natural, and cultural tourism. Owing to its unique geomorphology, biodiversity, coral reefs, fisheries, diving potential, and striking coastal scenery, the area has long attracted researchers and tourists alike.
Noora concluded that key initiatives undertaken include organizing high-traffic tourist sites, supporting eco-lodges, developing service infrastructure along attraction routes, establishing handicrafts exhibitions, promoting local artists, issuing permits for new tourism projects, and cooperating with the private sector to build tourism piers.