Eskelu Village

Eskelu village is the center of Mishepareh Rural District in the Central District of Kaleybar County, in East Azerbaijan Province. The village lies 25 kilometers west of Kaleybar and roughly 199 kilometers from Tabriz. At an altitude of about 1,547 meters above sea level, it has a cold, semi-arid climate. According to an inscription discovered in the old cemetery, the village is nearly 800 years old, and it is rooted in Azeri-Shia culture. The main activities of the residents are farming (wheat and barley), animal husbandry, and handicrafts such as verni weaving, kilims and gabbehs.

Eskelu's location in the highlands gives the village a distinctive character, with beautiful natural scenery such as lush mountains, deep valleys and a star-filled night sky. Eskelu lies next to the forests and pastures of Arasbaran, and many springs flow nearby. The vegetation includes scattered woodlands of oak, cherry plum, ash (van), wild pear, cornelian cherry, maple, hawthorn and other shrubs, which add a special beauty to the surrounding nature. Summer pasture routes such as Bala Qeshlaq and Maheri, along with the seasonal scenery of spring, summer and autumn, create a breathtaking view for visitors.

To reach Eskelu, take the 25-kilometer road from the town of Kaleybar to the village. The asphalt road continues to near the village, and some sections are winding dirt road, so a suitable vehicle is essential. The best time to visit Eskelu is from spring to early autumn, when the weather is cool and nature is at its richest. Please visit responsibly: take your trash with you, stay on marked paths, and respect nature and the historical remains.