Separ Valley

Separ Valley is located in Lorestan Province, near the city of Dorud and the village of Dare Separ. With its pristine, unspoiled nature, the valley is one of the most popular destinations for nature lovers and mountaineers in the region. A rushing river, beautiful waterfalls and diverse vegetation have made this valley an attractive destination for anyone who loves the outdoors.

With its tall rock walls and winding routes, Separ Valley offers good opportunities for technical climbing. The river that runs through the valley gives the area a special beauty. The valley's vegetation includes oak, hawthorn, wild pear, willow and almond-leaved trees (arjan), while its wildlife includes hares, foxes, chukar partridges and, occasionally, wild goats and ibex. Thanks to the variety of its water sources and habitats, many native and migratory birds can also be seen in the area, which adds to its ecological value.

One of the special features of Separ Valley is its beautiful blend of nature and culture. The valley lies at a cultural crossroads between Lorestan and Markazi Province, so it has a rich variety of rituals, local dances, Luri music and traditional women's clothing. A variety of local dishes are also common in the area, such as sholeh mash (mung bean porridge), tarkhineh, koofteh and local ash soups. To reach Separ Valley, travel from the city of Dorud toward the village of Dare Separ. The best time to visit the valley is spring and summer, when nature is at its peak of bloom and greenery. Visitors are advised to practise responsible nature tourism, avoid harming the environment, and refrain from picking plants or disturbing local wildlife.