Palangan Village

Palangan is a stepped village of Kurdistan Province that is known for its unique architectural style, springs, waterfalls, and fabulous nature.

Palangan Village is a stepped village that lies in a mountainous area of Zhavehrud Rural District, Kurdistan Province. Palangan Village is located at the beginning of Uraman Takht, in the heart of Tangivar Valley, where a river passes through it. In addition to the marvelous nature of this village, the local customs and culture of the people are another notable attraction of Palangan Village. Currently, about 194 families live in this village.

• Stepped Architecture

The houses that are situated on both sides of the river on the hillside have created a stepped architectural style. The roof of the lower house is the yard of the upper house. Indigenous materials such as stone are used in the construction of houses.

• Attractions

Palangan Castle, historic cemetery, old houses, and the remains of mosques are the attractions of Palangan Village. Palangan Castle is placed on the top of the mountain, which dates back to the Pre-Islamic period. The river that passes through the village has created an eye-catching view. This river includes the water of twenty springs in the Tangivar valley.

• Customs

  • You will see Kurdish nomads during spring and summer who perform local Kurdish music.
     
  • They burn torches or burn fire on the top points of the village to celebrate Nowruz during early March.
     
  • Fall and winter are the off-season for local people. During this period, you will see local entertainments such as horse riding, play with a mace.
     
  • Hel Paraki is a local dance that is performed in the wedding ceremonies or any other time in the Palangan Village.
     
  • Grilled fish, Dolma, and Ash-e doogh are famous and delicious local foods of this village. You can have a yummy taste of grilled fish with vegetables next to the river.

• Accommodation

There is a boarding house in Palangan Village. Staying in local houses or camping are the other choices.

• What is the best time to go?

Kurdistan province has a mountainous climate with mild spring and summer. You will experience a cold winter in Palangan Village. If you want to visit Palangan Village, travel from early May until early October. Remember, from late April until late May, you will see the best view of nature in this village.

• Getting there?

  Palangan village is located in Zhavehrud Rural District, the Central District of Kamyaran County, Kurdistan, Iran. You can reach there via private car or public transportation, such as a taxi or bus.
   
  • If you want to reach there via private car, follow this route: Go to Kamyaran city, then enter Beheshti Street and continue, at the end of the street, you will exit the city and see the sign of Palangan village.
  • Taxi: You can take a taxi at the beginning of the Tobrehriz road.
  • Also, the following map can help you to find the exact location of Palangan village: