Shahrak Village

Shahrak is one of the beautiful and historic villages of the Alamut region in Qazvin Province. It lies in the Eastern Alamut District and Alamut-e Bala Rural District, about 7 km from Moallem Kalayeh and about 87 km from Qazvin. The village has grown up in a valley and mountain setting, at the confluence of two rivers, the Andaj Rud and the Alamut Rud. This position, together with the surrounding mountains, gives it a distinctive natural landscape. Mount Tele Rudbar lies to the north of Shahrak, Mount Khanehsar to the northeast and Mount Tarkeh Chal to the southeast, while the valleys of Andaj Rud, Shurestan and Eskul Dareh can also be seen around it. Shahrak has a cold, semi-arid climate. Most of its residents speak Persian, and their livelihoods are based on farming, orchard-keeping, animal husbandry and beekeeping.

The natural setting of Shahrak, between rivers and mountains, forms an important part of the area's tourism potential. The Andaj and Alamut rivers, the beautiful Andaj Valley and the Shams Kalayeh Cave are among the natural attractions around the village, and the surrounding rice paddies, with their green scenery and the scent of rice, add a special character to the village. Lake Evan lies about 26 km from Shahrak and is one of the most important natural attractions within reach of this area. The lake sits at the foot of Mount Khashchal. In summer it is popular for activities such as fishing, boating and swimming, and in autumn it becomes a stopover for migratory birds. Shahrak's history is also tied to the historical developments of the Alamut region. After the country's administrative divisions were established in 1316 (Solar Hijri), it was chosen as the centre of the Rudbar-e Alamut District because of its geographical and strategic location.

To reach Shahrak in Alamut, you can take the routes leading to the Alamut region and to the district centre, Moallem Kalayeh, and then enter the valley settlement of Shahrak once you reach the village area. Given the region's cold, semi-arid climate, spring and summer are the best times to visit Shahrak. In these seasons the surrounding nature is greener and conditions are better for outdoor walks and exploring. Besides enjoying the rivers, valleys, rice paddies and mountain views, visitors can also see the natural attractions nearby. When enjoying nature in and around Shahrak, it is essential to respect the boundaries of farms and orchards, avoid damaging vegetation, keep the rivers clean and collect your rubbish, so that the region's valuable nature and scenery are preserved for residents and future visitors.