Ardabil

Hormozgan

Geography

Hormozgan province covering an area of 68,476. is located in south of Iran and north of Persian Gulf.

Hormoz straight, one of the today most sensitive and vital waterways, is situated in political realm of this province. Bandar-Abbas, Bandar Lengeh, Minaab, Roodan, Gheshm, Jask, Haji-Abad, and Abou-Mousa constitute the townships of this province. The history of Hormozgan province is mixed with the history and geography of the Persian Gulf. Written history of Bandar-e-Hormoz begins since Ardeshir-e-Babakan. Some belive that thriving of Bandar-e-Hormoz has taken place between the years 211-241 AD, and it has become famous as one of the most important trade centers in the East.

history

Although the cities of this province, compared with other cities of Iran, have not a long history, but the political history of this region and its importance is very interesting for every tourist.

Historical and Religious

	Major natural, historical and religious sites of Bandar Abbas are: Geno, Lashtan, Chah Ahmad, Sayeh Khosh Touduluyeh, Batouduluyeh,khorgoo, Bari, Sorkhan, Kashkoo, Nian and Chestaneh mineral water springs, Mangrove Forests, Geno wildlife refuge Kish and Hormoz islands, Kolah Farangi building, Laft and Khamir castles, Left wells, Dezhkan, Manbar Kohneh
and Jame mosques, Shah Mohmmad Taghi and Khajeh Khezr Imamzadeh.