Kolah Ghazi Peak

Kolah Ghazi Peak is one of the most important and distinctive peaks in Isfahan Province. It lies southeast of the city of Isfahan, inside Kolah Ghazi National Park and Wildlife Refuge, and rises to about 2,516 metres above sea level. The mountain is part of the Mahdasht range and stands out in the region's natural landscape for its conical shape and for its name, which recalls the hats of judges in the past ("the judge's hat"). Kolah Ghazi National Park covers a considerable area of mountains, valleys and varied habitats, and has great value for nature tourism and wildlife.

The vegetation on the slopes around Kolah Ghazi Peak is semi-arid desert-mountain, made up of plants adapted to drought and hot temperatures, including shrubs, rangeland plants and hardy bushes typical of central Iran. This ecosystem has developed under the region's arid and semi-arid climate and supports a variety of animal and bird species, including mammals such as wild goat and wild sheep (mouflon) and native birds. The national park also has natural water sources and springs that flow in the rainy seasons and help preserve biodiversity.

To reach Kolah Ghazi Peak from the city of Isfahan, you can take the southeast roads towards Shahreza (the Isfahan–Shahreza road) and then turn onto village or dirt roads leading to Kolah Ghazi National Park. The park has ranger stations and local guides, and entering and hiking in it usually requires a permit from the Isfahan Provincial Department of Environment. The best time to visit and climb the peak is from spring to autumn, when the weather is more favourable for mountain walking. Responsible nature tourism, including keeping the area clean, not damaging the vegetation and respecting national park rules, helps preserve the natural values of this region for future visitors.