Tang-e Tahran Waterfall

Tang-e Tahran Waterfall is one of the lesser-known natural attractions of Bam County in Kerman Province. It lies about 80 kilometres southeast of the city of Bam, near the village of Abad-e Chehel Tan. The site has formed along the Abad-e Chehel Tan River, which rises in the Jebal Barez Mountains. As it flows through the landscape, the river has carved a narrow gorge with tall rocky walls and several waterfalls. The combination of flowing water, high cliffs and scenic natural views makes this area a good destination for nature lovers and for those who want to explore the lesser-known attractions around Bam.

The Tahran Gorge lies about 2 kilometres from the village of Chehel Tan, along the course of the river. Its tall walls and narrow, dimly lit space are the area's most distinctive features, and the name Tahran is also attributed to these characteristics of the environment. The gorge has four waterfalls. The tallest reaches a height of about 12 metres, while the other three are lower. Parts of the Jebal Barez landscape remain pristine and untouched, which has helped preserve the natural scenery of the gorge and its waterfalls. Near Tang-e Tahran Waterfall is the village of Abad-e Chehel Tan, whose best-known site is the Qadamgah-e Chehel Tan shrine. According to local accounts, this was a resting place for forty companions of Imam Reza (peace be upon him) on their journey to Mashhad.

To reach Tang-e Tahran Waterfall, head southeast from the city of Bam to the area around the village of Abad-e Chehel Tan; the gorge is about 2 kilometres from the village. Because reaching the waterfalls means walking through the valley and along the riverbed, check the condition of the route, the water level of the river and whether it is safe to pass before you set out. Rainy seasons, or times when the water flow may rise suddenly, can make crossing the gorge dangerous, so it is very important to visit on suitable days and to take the weather into account. To enjoy the area's nature, wear shoes suitable for slippery and uneven trails, avoid entering dangerous sections of the gorge, do not leave any litter in nature, and do not damage the rocks, the vegetation or the natural flow of the river.