Mount Damavand, Iran’s highest peak

Interesting facts about Mount Damavand

Mount Damavand

the beautiful landscape of Damavand’s hill

 

Damavand mountain has other names such as Donbavand and Bikni. in Iranian culture, Damavand is the symbol of sustainability and steadiness and is the first natural heritage site in Iran. It is also Iranian national symbol and roof of Iran.

Damavand summit

Mount Damavand, Roof of Iran

 

Mount Damavand, the highest peak of Iran, with the height of 5619 meters above the sea level is a semi active volcano, which is located in the middle of Alborz range. Alborz range is an ancient range of mountains including several mountains with the elevation of 4000 and more. Damavand is located in north of Iran in the vicinity of Hyrcanian forests.  Damavand is also the highest point in the Middle East and the highest volcano in Asia.

Damavand location

Damavand is located in the Lar National Park

 

Damavand is located around 60 km north-east of the city in the Eastern side of the Lar National Park where it towers above the surrounding land.

Damavand features

Damavand is a semi-active volcano

 

As it is a semi-active volcano there is a small concave crater in the summit. Scientific evidence shows that Damavand’s last eruption happened in approximately 5300 BC. The volcano is considered to be dormant, though it does have an active fumarole system.

Iran's highest peak

there are interesting fictions about Damavand

 

Damavand is a significant mountain in Persian mythology. It is said to be a place from which a magic arrow was fired by Fereidoon to mark the boundary between Iran and Touran.

Damavand's bio diversity

Damavand has a rich bio diversity

 

Damavand’s bio diversity is very rich consisting more than 2000 plant species and numerous endemic plants which grows in Damavand’s hills. In spring and summer, outstanding beautiful landscapes appear and climbers enjoy hiking in an intact environment full of natural beauty.

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Mount Damavand Climb

Why climbing Damavand

Being one of the most popular mountains in the world, several climbers from all over the world try to reach the summit of Mt Damavand every year in different seasons. Reaching the top is also a dream for every Iranian who is interested in mountaineering and nature trekking. The number of climbers who ascend Damavand is getting more and more annually. And it brings the feeling of pride for every Iranian standing on the highest point of country.

Damavand summit

climbing to Damavand is a dream for every mountaineer

 

Routes to climb Damavand

There are several routes to climb Damavand Summit in different faces. The most common one is the south rout which is very crowded and polluted. The West rout is the other one with erosive land and glaciers which can harden climber’s ascending. The two other routes are located in the North side of Damavand summit; both are extremely intact and spectacular with a rich bio diversity and outstanding scenic beauty.

climbing routes

reaching to the top from North East

 

The best route to climb

While the northern route is almost challenging and steep, the most accessible and worthy face to climb is the North-East. There are also comfortable and professional mountain camp sites in this route including Damavand Camp. There are two main camps in different altitudes: the base camp in located in Nandal village in the height of 2300 meters, and advanced camp in the height of 4320 meters. Climbers from all over the world have the opportunity to benefit from both camps services and safe their ascending. Except these major climbing routes, several other mountain routes end to the summit and allow climbers to ascend the top.

the North East face

The North East face is the best climbing route

 

When to climb Damavand

Since Damavand is a High Mountain with the elevation of more than 5000 meters above the sea level, experienced rough winters with the temperature of 40 degrees minus zero. As it is extremely hard to fight with the coldness and required especial equipment to reach to the top, most climbers have the preference to ascend Damavand summit in the summer and sometimes spring with a pleasant weather.

The second month of summer is the best time to plan a safe and joyful climb to Mount Damavand due to its suitable climbing condition and expected nice weather.

There is also snow and storm in summer time occasionally, but most of the times climbing has not encounter any crucial problem.

Damavand ascending

Summer is the best time to climb Mount Damavand

 

It is highly recommended to go on a trustworthy tour and benefit from tour services, in this way, climbers will not worry about carrying heavy back packs and night staying in the mountain.

Safe your climb by joining Damavand Camp services including professional mountain guides and high quality accommodation.

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