White waterfall,Lorestan province has the greenest parts of Iran. This fertile region has the most watery rivers in its heart and has wonderful natural sights. While traveling to different parts of this province, you will have the opportunity to visit many attractions. The city of Aliguderz in the east of this province provides you access to these attractions. The white water waterfall near this city has a stunning beauty.
Lorestan province is the land of tall waterfalls, towering mountains, raging rivers and amazing caves. More than 33 permanent rivers flow in this province, and 11 beautiful waterfalls stand out in the corners of Lorestan. One of the most prominent of these waterfalls is the Ab Sefid waterfall near the city of Aliguderz, which is known as the bride of Iran’s waterfalls.
This beautiful waterfall is one of the sights of Lorestan in the east of the province and is located in the southwest of Aliguderz city. White water waterfall experiences its most beautiful state in spring. Ab Sefid waterfall with a height of about 70 meters is one of the highest waterfalls in Iran, and in the rainy season and at the peak of water, its crown width reaches up to 15 meters. At other times of the year, Taj Cascade is about eight meters wide and its mineral water is one of the healthiest and highest quality river waters.
Ab Sefid waterfall with a height of about 70 meters is one of the highest waterfalls in Iran, and in the rainy season and at the peak of water, its crown width reaches up to 15 meters.
Over the years, a tunnel has been created due to water erosion in the mountainous region of Zagros, on the western slope of the Ashtrankoh mountain range and in the heart of the mountain carpet. White water waterfall has come out from the heart of this stone tunnel and has flowed on the rocks of its slope. This waterfall originates from the Damei River in Kazinstan and Hera mountains, and along the way, it joins the Kaklestan River and flows into the Lorestan River and finally into the Dez River.
In Lorestan, this waterfall is called “O Speed” in the local dialect, and it is also known by other names such as White Water Waterfall and White Waterfall. The water drops of the waterfall become white bubbles due to contact with the air and make the waterfall look white. This is the reason why this waterfall is named with this name
The area around the waterfall is mountainous and part of the slopes of the Zagros mountain range. This area is considered one of the popular villas in Lorestan and the surrounding of the waterfall is covered by rivers full of water and oak and walnut trees. This part of Lorestan province in Aliguderz city is called “Zalqi” and there are very green and beautiful villages in it. The area around the waterfall is known as “Dark Valley”; This area has undergone extensive geological changes over many years and has suffered a lot of erosion due to the rivers flowing in the foothill valleys.
The traffic route to the waterfall in Zalgi area has many beauties and the road trip to this area is very attractive.
The northern and eastern parts of Lorestan province are very cold. This part of Iran has snowy and very cold winters. The best time to visit the white water waterfall is in spring and summer. At this time, the surrounding plains and villages are filled with beautiful and colorful flowers and overturned tulips. Rivers and waterfalls are in their most abundant state and the nature of the area is very green; but keep in mind that it is still a bit cold in the spring season. Especially near the waterfall, due to the humidity of the air and the coldness of the water, you may feel cold; So be sure to prepare.
The summer season around the waterfall is very mild and cool and there is no annoying summer heat. In this season, White Water Waterfall attracts many tourists and it is one of the busiest tourist times in the summer season.
In the autumn and winter seasons, rainfall increases and especially in winter, there is a lot of snow in this area. If you can bear the cold, watching the view of the waterfall in the snow-covered area is very spectacular; Walking in a green forest and watching the white waterfall in the heart of this forest, which hits rocks and rocks from a high height and spreads in space, is very attractive. “Dark valley” around the waterfall and the beautiful mountains around it are suitable places for climbing and canyoning. In this beautiful nature, you can capture the most beautiful pictures and create an unforgettable memory.
The surrounding mountains have a unique flora and fauna and for this reason it is a protected area and hunting is prohibited. A famous mountain cypress is located in this area, whose roots grow in rocks and have a special place for the natives. Different local traditions are told about this tree. The overturned tulips of the plains around this mountain in spring are one of the most beautiful features around the waterfall and the peak of Qali Mountain.
Persian oak, juniper, hawthorn and wild fig trees cover the forests around the white water waterfall, and wild raspberry and nastern bushes are everywhere.
In places far from the waterfall, various animals live such as leopard, brown bear, hyena, wolf and fox, and among the birds of these areas, we can also mention falcon, well dove, cormorant, night owl and partridge. Due to high traffic around the waterfall, animals stay away from this area.
