Karkabud Waterfall
In the north of the smallest province of Iran(Alborz) and at a close distance from the city of Taleghan, there is a waterfall that surprises visitors in all seasons.Karkabud waterfall, with its unique beauty, is considered the diamond of the pristine and green village of Kobud.
Let's come and have a short trip to the heart of the nature of Alborz province.
Why is it called Karkabud?
In the dialect of the local people, “Kar” means rock and “Kabud” indicates the black color of the rocks around it. In total, Karkabud means black rock. It seems as if the face of the rocks is bruised by the force of the water of the waterfall.
Environmental features of the waterfall:
Karkabud waterfall originates from the rivers of Mazandaran and enters a very narrow gorge with a very high volume. For this reason, the water pressure is very high and creates a fearsome sound. The volume is so high that you will not hear each other.At the place where the waterfall falls, a natural pond has been created, which is a very exciting place for swimming. The 5-meter Karkabud waterfall finally enters the Karkabud river.But the waterfall itself is not the only attraction. There is a valley on your path to the waterfall, the sight of which, in addition to creating a sense of apprehension, makes you look great.Around the waterfall there is a very green area full of flowers and plants, whose fragrance makes the atmosphere of the it pleasant. The pleasant and majestic atmosphere of the waterfall caused that in the recent past, calligraphers and memorizers used to transcribe the Quran in holes under it.Karkabud waterfall is spectacular in any season. Because the waterfall falls even in winter. Many people visit Karkabud waterfall in warm seasons, but due to heavy snowfall in Taleghan, winter is its most special face. The lanterns hanging from the rocks next to the waterfall, the white surroundings of the pond, the solitude of the waterfall water, etc. are among the attractions of visiting the waterfall in winter.
How to get to Karkabud waterfall?
You should enter Taleghan road from Karaj-Qazvin freeway. Then move towards the village of Karkabud, 15 kilometers north of it. After parking the car in the village and walking along the charming path, you will reach Karkabud waterfall.A combination of clear water, the scent of plants, the majesty of the waterfall, the deafening sound of falling water and the attractive path to reach the waterfall. Karkabud is waiting for you!!!
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