Visit Abyaneh, Iran
Only two hours away from Esfahan you can be high up in a fold of the Zagros range, walking through the narrow winding streets of Abyaneh, watching locals go about their rustic daily life. The village is a picture of rural calm and a great base for local walks.
For some reason Iran isn't really known for its scenery, which is frankly baffling, as any visit to this mountain village up at 2235m will attest.
Only two hours away from Esfahan you can be high up in a fold of the Zagros range, walking through the narrow winding streets of Abyaneh, watching locals go about their rustic daily life.
Local culture
During the day, particularly at harvest time, many younger inhabitants head to the fields, leaving their elderly relatives behind to flog the occasional rug or souvenir.
The local dress here is a refreshing change from black and you may see ladies in brightly coloured clothing with floral headscarves. They prefer not to have their pictures taken directly, but street scenes are fine.
Exploring Abyaneh
The village is a picture of rural calm and a great base for local walks. For the best views of the village walk through the fields at the base of the valley and onto the opposite ridge.