Karun River Archives - Iran News Daily https://irannewsdaily.com/tag/karun-river/ Mon, 10 Dec 2018 08:04:31 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.4 https://irannewsdaily.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/cropped-iranlogo-32x32.png Karun River Archives - Iran News Daily https://irannewsdaily.com/tag/karun-river/ 32 32 Migratory birds winter in Karun River https://irannewsdaily.com/2018/12/migratory-birds-winter-in-karun-river/ https://irannewsdaily.com/2018/12/migratory-birds-winter-in-karun-river/#respond Mon, 10 Dec 2018 08:04:31 +0000 https://irannewsdaily.com/?p=44514 Migratory birds have winged their ways to Karun River, southwestern province of Khuzestan, once again this year. The area is hosting various bird species including large white-headed gulls, herons, and cormorants every year with the onset of cold seasons. The birds normally will stay until late April. Over the past few years low precipitation amounts […]

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]]> Migratory birds have winged their ways to Karun River, southwestern province of Khuzestan, once again this year.

The area is hosting various bird species including large white-headed gulls, herons, and cormorants every year with the onset of cold seasons. The birds normally will stay until late April.

Over the past few years low precipitation amounts and long-term drought spells have resulted in decreased population of migratory birds.

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]]> https://irannewsdaily.com/2018/12/migratory-birds-winter-in-karun-river/feed/ 0 Karun River: The Only Navigable Waterway in Iran https://irannewsdaily.com/2018/05/karun-river-the-only-navigable-waterway-in-iran/ https://irannewsdaily.com/2018/05/karun-river-the-only-navigable-waterway-in-iran/#respond Tue, 22 May 2018 06:45:54 +0000 https://irannewsdaily.com/?p=28146 The largest and most abundant river in Iran, Karun starts in deep gorges of Zagros Mountain range and leads towards Khuzestan Plain, southwest of Iran. It is a major water source in the country and a tourist destination. The earlier route for ships, it is now occupied by a couple of bridges, 9 to be […]

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]]> The largest and most abundant river in Iran, Karun starts in deep gorges of Zagros Mountain range and leads towards Khuzestan Plain, southwest of Iran. It is a major water source in the country and a tourist destination.

The earlier route for ships, it is now occupied by a couple of bridges, 9 to be exact, which make it almost impossible for vessels to move.

With a length of 950 km, Karun is the longest river in Iran, meanwhile it is the only waterway which is linked to international waters and oceans. On one hand it joins Arvand Rud River, fed by Tigris and Euphrates rivers in Iraq, and on the other it meets the Persian Gulf and Indian Ocean. A main water supply in oil-rich Ahvaz, Khuzestan’s center, it is a dazzling magnet south of the country.

A natural heritage site recorded on the national list, Karun attracts Iranian and non-Iranian sightseers and vacationers. With its bridges, you will have ample opportunities to stop by and watch around. Watching the star-filled sky over the bridges is a must-do here.

Pol-e Sefid presents a marvelous view of the gorgeous river and the vibrant city. Plus, you will come across many adjacent green spaces and restaurants.

Pol-e Tabiat, attaching 2 spectacular parks of Laleh and Saheli, shouldn’t be overlooked. With all benches all the way through, it offers opportunities to sit and soak up the vivid ambience. Sunsets are marvelous. Visitors can also try hot Felafel sandwiches, a palatable specialty for evenings, while watching Karun.

Inhabited by Arabic and Farsi speaking residents, the often hot, boiling city is a nice place in wintertime when it is mild; best time for traveling to the city and enjoy its attractions.

Source: Iran Asia

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