Sareyn
Sareyn (also Sarein) is a city in and the capital of Sareyn County, in Ardabil Province, Iran. Sareyn is known for its hot springs. The Sareyn springs are near an inactive volcano in mount Sabalan and its water contains sulphur particles and it is believed that it is good for bone and joint pains.
There are 9 hot springs in Sarein (Gavmesh Goli’ being the hottest, with water reaching 67 degrees, and turning out around 80 liters per second from the source), Each spring is slightly different, and recognized for curing particular ailments. The mineral composition, size, and temperature of each one differs. Some of them remain largely the same as they have been for centuries, while others have been developed into large modern spa complexes combined with medical facilities. There is also several cold water springs nearby, with the most popular being situated in a small village nearby called ‘Vila Dareh’, the water here is fizzy and is very good for the kidneys.
Badab-e Surt
This miraculous natural wonder is located 95 kilometers from Sari town of Mazandaran Province. Badab e Surt (also called Badab e Soort) is a range of travertine terraces created in thousands of years in different colors like red and orange. These natural terraces are filled with carbonated mineral water. Aside its amazing geology characteristics, Badab e Surt is known for its mysterious beauty.
Badab Soort’s springs are two distinct mineral springs with different natural characteristics, located at 1,840 meters (6,040 ft) above sea level. The first spring contains very salty water that gathers in a small natural pool; its water is considered to have medicinal properties, especially as a cure for rheumatism and some types of skin diseases and skin conditions. The second spring has a sour taste and is predominately orange mainly due to the large iron oxide sediments at its outlet.
Maharloo Lake
Maharloo Lake, also known as Daryache-ye-Namak is a seasonal salt lake in the highlands of the area of Shiraz, Iran. The lake water typically evaporates by the end of summer and exposes the white lake bed. The best time to visit is in mid-summer and due to high evaporation rates and salt concentrations, the lake water turns pinkish red as a result of the red tide within the lake. The lake salt is rich in potassium and other salts.
