Meoweler
Iran

Saqqez / Where Mountain Goats Rule

MeowScore 😼73/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😼
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😻
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😾
🌳 Parks and greenery 😼
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

April

Mild weather and scenic waterfall.

🐱
january

Cat-friendly environment; Visit the Cat Garden Cafe

⛷️
february

Skiing in the Alborz Mountains

🎉
march

Celebrating the Iranian New Year

🌲
april

Exploring the Zagros Mountains and Saqez Waterfall

🛍️
may

Visit the local bazaars and enjoy the warm weather

🥾
june

Hiking in the Gilan-e Gharb and Bardeh Mountains

💦
july

Cool off in the Quri Qaleh Waterfall and enjoy the greenery

🎣
august

Visit the Saqqez Dam and go fishing

🎶
september

Attend the Kurdish Music Festival

🍁
october

Experience the fall foliage and visit the Gorsaneh Wildlife Refuge

🛍️
november

Visit the Saqqez Bazaar for holiday shopping

🏂
december

Skiing and snowboarding in the Alborz Mountains

🛍️

Wallet friendly

Bigmac $?

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As a visiting cat, Saqqez proved to be quite affordable. Goods and services were reasonably priced, providing a comfortable experience on a budget.

Bargain hard in the bazaars and make use of local street food for cheap eats.

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

Explore natural attractions

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

Explore natural attractions

Saqqez is known for its stunning natural scenery, waterfalls, and hiking trails.

Tipping

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Unknown tipping customs

Tipping

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Unknown tipping customs

Cash is preferred, splitting the bill is common

internet situation

bad Speed

Slow speeds due to limited infrastructure.

great Availability

Decent accessibility, but occasional outages.

great Cellular

Reliable coverage across the city.

Electric socket type C

Common in Europe, South America, and Asia. Non-grounded, 2-pin plug, accepts Type C & Type E&F (non-grounded variant).

IRR

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walkable -ish

Moderate sidewalks

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative society

A cat's paradise with majestic mountains and delicious food scraps.

But watch out for the locals, they might confuse you for a mouse!

Things to do

The mainstream

💦
Cham Khaleh Waterfall
🕸️
Cave of Zurreh
🏰
Ghaleh Tapeh
🛍️
Saqqez Bazaar
🌼
Zardeh Kuh

The mainstream

💦
Cham Khaleh Waterfall

A picturesque spot with a refreshing waterfall and an inviting pond, perfect for a relaxing afternoon picnic.

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🕸️
Cave of Zurreh

A natural wonder featuring stunning stalactite and stalagmite formations, with a mystical atmosphere that will enchant any curious cat.

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🏰
Ghaleh Tapeh

An ancient fortress dating back to the Parthian Empire, now in ruins but still impressive to visit.

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🛍️
Saqqez Bazaar

A lively and colorful marketplace with various stalls selling traditional goods, spices, and delicious Persian food.

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🌼
Zardeh Kuh

A beautiful hill covered in yellow flowers in spring, providing a stunning panoramic view of the city.

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Off the beaten path

💦
Kani Eshkaft-e Shirin
🔍
Qadamgah Cave
🦇
Kani Barazan Cave
🏔️
Darband Sarbisheh Canyon
🌳
Shkhan waterfall

Off the beaten path

💦
Kani Eshkaft-e Shirin

A serene and quiet natural spring located in the middle of mountains. Perfect for cats who need a peaceful getaway and some quality alone time.🧘‍♀️🌄🐾

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🔍
Qadamgah Cave

An ancient cave with unique inscriptions and carvings. Perfect for curious and historical cats who also enjoy some mystery.🕵️‍♀️👀🐾

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🦇
Kani Barazan Cave

A huge and mysterious cave with fascinating underground landscapes. Believe us, cats have the best senses to explore it. 🕵️‍♀️🌟🐾

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🏔️
Darband Sarbisheh Canyon

A breathtaking natural wonder with steep cliffs, crystal clear water streams and paths. Get your paws moving and enjoy the view.🏞️🚶🐾

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🌳
Shkhan waterfall

A beautiful waterfall located in a green valley. Perfect for a peaceful picnic and refreshing swim. 🌊🌴🐾

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walkable -ish

Moderate sidewalks

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative society

Mindful meoweler tips

Saqqez is known for its beautiful nature

Cat tourists should take a hike to the stunning waterfalls in Darreh Gorge or enjoy the view of Dena mountain during sunset.

Respect for the Islamic culture is important

Cat tourists should dress modestly, cover their head and avoid public displays of affection. Removing shoes before entering houses and mosques is also customary.

Iranian cuisine is rich and delicious

Cat tourists should try the local dishes, like kebab, ghormeh sabzi, and ash-e reshteh, and the sweet saffron and pistachio ice cream. Drinking tea is a must during a visit.

Useful external sites

saqqez.ir

Saqqez.ir↗

Official website of the city government of Saqqez

tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g1170113-Saqqez_Kurdistan_Province-Vacations.html

Tripadvisor.com↗

Reviews and recommendations of things to do, restaurants, and accommodations in Saqqez

www.lonelyplanet.com/iran/saqqez

Lonelyplanet.com↗

Travel guide for Saqqez with information on attractions, activities, and practicalities

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