INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
chief has said.There are plans to develop 250 eco-lodges throughout the province within three years, Amir Karamzadeh explained on
Thursday.It is essential for the growth and prosperity of tourism in the province to increase the number of eco-lodge units, the official
added.Currently, the province has more than 120 eco-lodges, and the number is growing, he noted.The main population centers of Semnan
province lie along the ancient Silk Road (and modern-day Imam Reza Expressway), linking Rey (Tehran) with Khorasan (Mashhad)
While few visitors spend much time in the area, driving through you can easily seek out several well-preserved caravanserais (notably
Dehnamak and Ahowan), cisterns (the Cafe Abenbar in Garmsar is a special treat), and ruined mud citadels (Padeh is lumpy but fascinating)
The large, bustling cities of Semnan, Damghan, and Shahrud (Bastam) all have a small selection of historic buildings and Semnan has a fine
Experts say each eco-lodge unit generates jobs for seven to eight people on average, so the scheme could create 160,000 jobs.Having a very
diverse natural setting, Iran offers varied excursions to nature lovers
Sightseers may live with a nomad or rural family or enjoy an independent stay
The country is home to abundant historical mansions, caravanserais, bathhouses, madrasas, and other massive monuments, which can buttress
