Shekar Dasht

Set at a high altitude above sea level, this pasture has landscapes that are often immersed in clouds and mist. Beech and maple forests, meadows full of anemones (poppy-like wildflowers) in spring, mineral springs and green pastures are among the natural attractions of the area. The dirt tracks, which are sometimes hard to pass, have helped preserve the unspoiled nature of the region and make it very appealing to lovers of adventure and nature tourism. The village sits in the heart of the Hyrcanian forests, which are counted among the oldest forests in the world. Its vegetation includes beech, oak, maple, linden, alder, hawthorn (valik), medlar, blackberry, common hawthorn, borage, wild mint and thyme. Because of its closeness to the Hyrcanian forests and the mountains, the area is a habitat for various animal species, including brown bear, wild boar, jackal, fox, chukar partridge, quail, woodpecker and a wide variety of butterflies.

Spring and summer are the best times to visit Shekar Dasht. In these seasons, the flower-filled meadows, cool mountain air and misty landscapes make for an unforgettable experience for travellers. As one of the historic summer pastures, the area was also once a leisure retreat for kings. If you would like to spend the night in the Shekar Dasht highland of Talesh, you can pitch a tent in the surrounding nature. But remember to bring warm clothes when travelling to Shekar Dasht, because the weather here is very cool all year round.