Rajan Village

Rajan is one of the high-altitude villages in Silvana District, Urmia County, West Azerbaijan Province, about a half-hour drive from the centre of Urmia. With a population of nearly 6,000 in more than 1,000 households, it is the largest local settlement in the Mergur region. Rajan's high elevation means the cold seasons are long and bitterly cold; in winter, even its high hills, such as "Kuy Zar", can block the roads. The name "Rajan" comes from the Kurdish word "Razan", meaning orchard or garden, and refers to the wild trees and lush nature of the area in the past.

In spring the village looks stunning, with green meadows and snow-capped mountains, but the best time to visit is summer, when the milder weather and cool scenery are more pleasant. Near Rajan you will find attractions such as the Khoshako Ski Resort, the Shahrchay Dam, a paragliding site and the Soleh Dokel Waterfall, which add variety to your outdoor experience. Rabat Valley, known as the "Valley of Dams" (Ab-bandha), is an appealing route for hiking and canyoning, but it requires a guide and technical experience.

The Kurdish-speaking people of Rajan work mainly in farming and animal husbandry, and live a traditional life alongside rich natural surroundings. You can reach Rajan by the Band road towards Mergur; the paved road continues into the village, and after that you will need a guide to reach Rabat Valley or active sites such as the paragliding site. The best time to visit is summer and spring, when the air is cool and the landscape delights the spirit and the eye. Responsible nature tourism is very important in this area; please take your rubbish with you, do not light fires, and leave nothing behind but your footprints.