Asiab Kharabeh Waterfall

Asiab Kharabeh Waterfall (the "Ruined Mill" Waterfall) is one of the natural and historical attractions of East Azerbaijan Province. It lies on the road from Jolfa toward Marand, close to the border between Iran and Armenia. Known in Azerbaijani Turkic as "Kharaba Dirman", the waterfall flows along the Aras River and sits in the heart of a lush valley. It takes its name from the remains of an old mill beside it, which, thanks to the permanent flow of water, was once used to grind wheat and barley.

Asiab Kharabeh Waterfall consists of a series of small and large streams of water pouring down from rocks covered in moss and aquatic plants. Its height is roughly 10 to 15 metres, but its rock face, 20 metres wide, is covered with many streams of water, creating a beautiful and distinctive sight. The waterfall is fed by a clear spring on the slopes of Mount Kiamaki, which rises to more than 3,400 metres in the western Dizmar area of Arasbaran. The waterfall is surrounded by fig trees, thick moss and aquatic vegetation, creating a lush, eye-catching scene. Also, because of the severe cold and freezing in winter, there is a risk of rockfall; it is therefore essential to follow safety precautions and heed local warnings when visiting.

To reach the waterfall, take the Marand–Jolfa road from Tabriz or Marand and continue to the Hadishahr junction (Alamdar Gargar). From there, turn onto a dirt side road and, after about 27 kilometres of driving on the dirt road (or 8 kilometres from the junction), you will reach the waterfall's parking area. From here, an easy 20 to 30-minute walk along a stepped path and footpath leads you to the valley and the foot of the waterfall. Facilities such as parking, gazebos, restrooms and small food stalls are provided at the site for visitors' comfort. The best time to visit is spring and summer, when nature is at its most beautiful; autumn is also recommended for its warm seasonal colours, and winter for the sight of the frozen cliff walls and body of the waterfall and the stunning winter scenery.