Sorkhe Dizeh Village

Sorkhe Dizeh is a village in the Central District of Dalahu County, Kermanshah Province. It lies about 30 km from Karand-e Gharb, 25 km from Sarpol-e Zahab and 125 km from the city of Kermanshah. The village sits in a mountainous area, bordered by Mount Baneh Rizeh to the north, Mount Navar to the west and Mount Gurjo to the southwest. With its scenic nature, beautiful valleys and the forest cover around it, Sorkhe Dizeh is considered one of the attractions of this part of Kermanshah Province. The climate of the area is described as mild and dry, and its mountain slopes offer different views in different seasons. Besides its natural attractions, the village has a notable historical and cultural background, reflected in its ancient remains, local music and handicrafts.

One of the main natural attractions of Sorkhe Dizeh is its green valleys and slopes, where oak, almond-leaved wild almond (arzhan), Persian maple (van) and wild hawthorn trees can be seen. Tall rocky cliffs, streams of water running through parts of the valley, plains full of anemones and medicinal plants such as borage, licorice (talkh-bayan), astragalus (gawn) and rhubarb are other natural features of the area. Spring and early summer give the landscape a special beauty, particularly because of the lush vegetation and blooming wildflowers, while in winter the snow on the heights adds to the appeal of the scenery. Alongside its nature, the Sorkhe Dizeh Castle is one of the village's most prominent historical monuments, with remains attributed to the Sassanid period. Registered on Iran's National Heritage list as the Remains of the Sorkhe Dizeh Building, it still preserves parts of its stone structure and walls. Kurdish culture, local clothing, traditional music with instruments such as the tanbur, surna and dohol, hure singing and the art of carpet weaving are also among the cultural features of this village.

To reach Sorkhe Dizeh, you can take the road from Karand-e Gharb to Sarpol-e Zahab and get to the village area by private car or local intercity transport within the province. Spring and early summer are the best times to visit the area's nature and wander through the green valleys and slopes. Even so, it is important to check the weather and road conditions before setting out, especially on rainy or cold days. While enjoying the natural scenery and visiting the remains of the castle, travellers can also get to know the local culture and the handicrafts of the villagers. During your visit, avoid leaving litter, damaging plants, lighting fires in high-risk spots and tampering with historical remains. Walking through the valleys and approaching rocky cliffs should also be done with caution and in line with the safety conditions of the route.