Haftash Village

Haftash village is located about 17 kilometres southeast of the city of Baneh, in Kurdistan Province. The village belongs to Nanur District and Boein Rural District, and lies on the slopes of Kurdistan's towering mountains in a lush green valley. With a population of around 181 people, Haftash is a small village with great tourism potential in the region.

The village's natural setting includes broad pastures, fruit orchards, seasonal and year-round rivers, and bubbling springs, which show off the pristine landscape at its finest in spring and summer. Among its historical and cultural attractions is the historic Haftash Quran, a handwritten manuscript of the Holy Quran kept in the village mosque. In addition, preparations are currently under way to set up the first ethnographic museum in the village, which could help to showcase the local culture and customs.

Thanks to its natural, mountainous setting, Haftash is not only a place to live but also a good destination for rural tourism and for experiencing the traditional Kurdish way of life. The village can be reached via the paved Baneh–Saqqez road, followed by a side road toward Nanur. The best time to visit is spring and summer, when the weather is mild and nature is in full bloom. When visiting the village, it is recommended to follow the principles of responsible tourism, such as keeping the environment clean, respecting the local people's way of life and staying on the designated trails.