Kalisham Village

Kalisham Village (Kalisham) is the center of Kalisham Rural District in Amarlu District, Rudbar County, Gilan Province. With a population of about 747 according to the 2016 census (1395 SH), it is the largest village in the rural district. Kalisham sits among the lush, pleasant-climate highlands of the Amarlu region, and its people speak local languages including Tati and Galeshi (Deylami), which reflects the cultural and linguistic diversity of the area.

The village has a mild mountain climate, and spring and early summer, especially in Ordibehesht and Khordad, bring a charming scene of flower-filled meadows. Nearby attractions include the natural Khalshkuh Lake, 5 kilometers away, the four-meter Kalisham Waterfall, and historical sites such as the shrine of the Imamzadehs Ahmad and Mohammad in Naveh. The historic Kalisham Castle, which dates back to the Iron Age, is also one of the village's major cultural and historical attractions.

To reach Kalisham, head from Rudbar toward Amarlu District and follow the mountain roads, including the Rudbar – Amarlu – Jirandeh – Kalisham route. The best times to visit are spring (Ordibehesht and Khordad) and autumn, when the weather is pleasant and the landscape is full of color. During your visit, please do not leave litter, respect the plants and historical monuments, and preserve the peace of the villagers.