Kang village – Iran
The old stepped village of Kang is about 30 km from Mashhad, within and climbing above a scenic river valley. It is very un-touristed, quiet. And on this day, the weather zipped from cold winds and light rain to sunshine, every few minutes.
Cobbled waterways run amid the stepped lanes of Kang village
This young girl was upset as she could not reach the outside gate lock – I assisted her, as the other kids inside the compound were not tall enough, either. She rejoined her friends/siblings.
Women lugs up a huge bag within the steep, stepped lanes of Kang village, Iran
There were few people about – but not many: this blacksmith invited me into his workplace. This is the serious pose but he was all smiles.
Looking towards Kang village from the far hillside surrounds …
Hello.
These are fabulous photos, the next time I visit Iran I would like to go to Kang village. All the best, Meghan
Greetings from Yazd. Yeah Kang is a gem – get there before the tour groups discover it …
Hi Michael,
just can’t pass from second photo. it’s fantastic.
I should visit this village.
thanks man
Hi Hossein. … Yeah, Kang is really mellow and “untouched”; check it out. Am now in Esfahan (was last here in 1990) and maybe heading to Shiraz for Ashura. Again, thanks for your assistance in Qeshm. Regards – Michael
Don’t mention it man. It was my pleasure to meet you.
hope to see you again. – Hossein
Esfahan should have water in its river(zayande rood=fertile river) now. your chance. last time I was there it was dried out- Hossein
Hi Michael – Been stopping by your blog for some time now and thought it about time to leave a comment…Really enjoying these photos from Iran. Interested in reading more about your experiences there. How long have you been there? Tops our list of places to visit. Keep the updates and photos a coming.
Greeting from Takab … in north-west Iran. I have been in Iran almost a month now. This is my second visit ( first time in 1990 ). Will try for some bigger, fuller updates (as I’ve been to dozens of places) when internet access – and time – allows … will soon be in Armenia.
Once again some great shots here Michael. I particularly like one of the old blacksmith smoking the pipe. It’s been many years since I visited Iran. Certainly one of my most favourite places in the world. Great memories…..
Thanks Jason. Agreed. Iran is wonderful country … people, culture, history, scenery are an amazing combo that defy all ignorant “Iran” stereotypes smearing the reality of the country and its people. This was my second visit (2011); first was in 1990, There will be a third visit, too, hopefully.