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Qeshm

Largest Persian Gulf island

32°C · ClearBest season: November to March
Qeshm
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Qeshm is Iran's largest island, a dolphin-shaped giant in the Strait of Hormuz that is far wilder than nearby Kish. Most of it forms the Middle East's first UNESCO Global Geopark — a 'natural geology museum' of star-shaped canyons, salt caves and tidal mangroves. Beyond the geology are traditional Bandari villages, lenj (dhow) boat-building, the Portuguese castle, and easy hops to Hengam and Hormuz. Warm and pleasant in winter, brutally hot in summer.

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Top places to see

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    Stars Valley

    Otherworldly erosion formations Unique geological shapes created by wind and water erosion

  2. 2

    Hara Mangrove Forests

    Unique coastal ecosystem One of the few mangrove forests in the Persian Gulf

  3. 3

    Chahkooh Canyon

    Dramatic canyon formations Striking vertical cliffs with narrow passages

  4. 4

    Namakdan Salt Cave

    Largest salt cave in the world Impressive salt formations and chambers

  5. 5

    Portuguese Castle

    16th-century colonial fort Historical remnant of Portuguese occupation

  6. 6

    Qeshm Geopark Museum

    Geological exhibits Educational center about the island's natural wonders

  7. 7

    Dareh-ye Setaregan

    Alternative name for Stars Valley Local name for the famous erosion site

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    Tabl Village

    Traditional island village Authentic local architecture and culture

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