In the northeast of Iran and around the city of Mashhad, there lies a beautiful and amazing sightseeing place called Al Valley, one of the best places to visit in Mashhad that has enchanted many visitors. With its natural attractions and mountainous weather, this area is highly suitable for climbing and spending leisure time in nature.
Al Valley amazes every viewer with its beautiful nature. In addition to having a pleasant environment and attractions such as seasonal waterfalls, it also boasts many historical monuments, making it an attractive destination for tourists.
Join me in this blog from OverIran tourism magazine to introduce you to this wonderful valley.
The Reason for Naming Al Valley
One of the things that occupies the minds of many tourists is the reason for naming this sightseeing place in Mashhad. The first reason for naming it Al Valley is that this place is located in a village of the same name. But from a deeper and more historical perspective, it should be said that some people believe that in this area, there is an invisible creature that sits on the chest at night and makes breathing difficult. This legendary belief has caused many people to feel uneasy during the nights in this beautiful area.
In Iranian culture, Al is a creature that sits on a sleeping person’s chest at night and prevents movement. Al is known as a kind of goblin.
Rumor has it that this valley is where Al resides.
Things to do in AL valley
There are different attractions around Al Valley that you can visit during your trip to this area. Some of the most important places and attractions in Al Mashhad Valley include the following:
Al Valley cave
One of the most famous places to visit in Al Valley is a large cave that boasts unique beauty. Access to the Al Valley cave is also very easy; you can reach this cave after passing through Kardeh village.
Inside this cave, there are human skeletons and some ancient objects that date back thousands of years. Additionally, within the cave, you can observe nesting corridors where bats reside.
Fig Valley
One section of Al Valley is known as “Fig Valley” due to the abundance of fig trees found there. This valley is narrow and comes to an end in the village of “Andorokh”. A serene and clear spring flows beside the dense fig trees, adding a beautiful touch to the valley.
waterfalls
Another attraction of this area is the presence of numerous stunningly beautiful seasonal waterfalls. The five seasonal waterfalls that flow during the rainy seasons of the year have attracted many tourists. The source of these waterfalls is the Thousand Springs Mountains, eventually leading to Al Valley near Mashhad.
castles
Two historical castles, named Al and Mat, are situated at an altitude of 2300 meters in the heart of the mountain in this area. These castles were constructed in ancient times as a place for soldiers. The watchtowers, ponds, and water facilities of the castle stand as they did before, and it’s possible to visit them. These castles date back to the Timurid period and were utilized as water storage facilities in ancient times.
Where is Al Valley?
Al Valley, located in a village with the same name, is 45 kilometers northeast of Mashhad.
Al Valley location on Google map
Finally
Al Valley is considered one of the most beautiful and unique natural and historical tourism areas in Khorasan province. The pristine and beautiful nature, mild and mountainous weather, as well as numerous natural and scenic attractions, have made this area one of the most popular destinations among visitors. In Al Valley, there are many waterfalls, caves, castles, and historical sites that are worth seeing.