Garmagolu Valley

Garmagolu Valley is one of the attractions of Qazvin Province. It is located in the East Alamut District, in the village of Gazarkhan. The village lies 15 kilometres from Moallem Kalayeh and 110 kilometres northeast of the city of Qazvin. Garmagolu Valley is close to Alamut Castle, so you can visit it as well. The valley consists of two very narrow sections with a wide section between them. The valley is about 600 metres long, and a beautiful river flows through it. A metal bridge also crosses it. Seasonal rivers that rise in the Hudkan and Shatan mountains pass through the beautiful valleys of Aghuzbon, Kharazru and Domaki, and flow through Garmagolu Valley into the farmland of Gazadasht.

A trip to Garmagolu Valley counts as nature tourism, and to get the best experience you should bring suitable outdoor gear. This includes proper footwear, a travel tent, a groundsheet, a flashlight, non-perishable food, a first-aid kit, suitable clothing, rubbish bags, a power bank, blankets, heating equipment and more. The best time to visit Garmagolu Valley and Gazarkhan Village is spring, when the landscape is green and full of colourful flowers, or summer, with its delicious seasonal fruit.

To reach the valley from the city of Qazvin, take the Alamut Road and head toward East Alamut. Then follow the road leading to Alamut Castle and continue to the village of Gazarkhan. To visit Garmagolu Valley, start from the lower part of Gazarkhan and follow the river to reach this beautiful valley.