Bandar Maqam

Bandar Maqam is a port town in Hormozgan Province, about 170 kilometres west of Bandar Lengeh. It belongs to Shibkaveh District in Bandar Lengeh County and is known for its proximity to some of the most pristine rocky shores of the Persian Gulf. Today Bandar Maqam and its beautiful beaches have become well known among travellers, and many visitors come from all over Iran, especially in the cooler months, when the weather along the country's southern coast is pleasant.

The port's flora and fauna are shaped by factors such as climate, soil and geographic location. The vegetation is varied and includes many species: trees such as mesquite (kahur), jujube (konar), date palm, tamarisk (gaz) and wild pistachio (baneh); grasses and weeds such as camel thorn (khar-e shotor), nettle and khar-e cham; and medicinal plants such as thyme, pennyroyal and borage. The wildlife of the area includes mammals such as gazelles, wolves, jackals, foxes, mice and hares; birds such as eagles, kites (dal), partridges, pigeons and swallows; and the many fish species of the Persian Gulf.

The climate of the port is hot and humid. The average annual temperature is 28 degrees Celsius, and in summer it can reach 40 degrees Celsius. In winter it becomes somewhat cooler, falling to about 16 degrees Celsius. Rainfall is relatively low and mostly occurs in winter and spring. Humidity is relatively high: the average relative humidity in the town is 70 percent, rising to as much as 90 percent in summer. The best time to visit is therefore autumn and winter.

The port has a number of parks and recreation areas where you can relax and enjoy yourself. Maqam Coastal Park is one of the town's attractive seaside parks, with good facilities and equipment for leisure. Gardaneh-ye Oshagh (Lovers' Pass) is a beautiful, unspoiled area on the coastal road from Bandar Maqam to Bastanu, heading toward the town of Parsian. Thanks to its distinctive geography and attractive natural scenery, it has become a popular destination for travellers. The pass is part of a mountain road that runs scenically between Bandar Maqam and Parsian, offering very pleasant views of mountains, sea and countryside.