Qeshm Island - UNESCO Global Geopark

Iran / Hormozgan / Qeshm /
 island, wetland, UNESCO biosphere reserve, nature conservation park / area
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Qeshm Island UNESCO Global Geopark is an island shaped like a dolphin in the Strait of Hormuz, off the southern coast of Iran. Its exposed geological formations have been shaped by erosion generating a range of spectacular landscapes and beautiful rock deserts. Its preservation is supported by green tourism activities managed by local communities. Qeshm Island is one of eight new UNESCO Global Geopark designated this year.
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Qeshm is an island situated in the Strait of Hormuz off the south coast of Iran and east of the Persian Gulf. It has an area of over 500 mi² (1295 km²) and more than 100 kilometers length. Hvuran Strait separates mainland Iran from Kescm Island. The surface is mostly rocky and barren. It is Iran's and the Persian Gulf's largest island. Qeshm island is also a free trade zone, which has made the island very important due to international trade.
Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Qeshm
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Coordinates:   26°45'56"N   55°46'22"E

Comments

  • I was there few years ago, it is very nice with friendly people, if you go there try to visit Stars Valley and Chahkouh Valley and Hara
  • Amazing Place I have ever visit....fantastic....