Valley of the Stars

If you want to take a trip to the mysterious places, suggest you visit the valley of the Stars and enjoy a natural geological phenomenon.

Valley of the Stars is a geological phenomenon with a depth of 15 meters created by the gradual erosion of the soil. It is also known as the Stars Valley, located on Qeshm Island, Hormozgan province. This geological phenomenon dated back to the two million years ago. Surface waters, gusts, and seasonal storms have caused erosion of soil which created the Valley of the Stars. The primitive sandstone plateau still remaining intact on the northern side on the height of seven to ten meters from the ground. It is full of fossil shells. The features and spectacular view of the Valley of the Stars caused the registration of this phenomenon as a part of Qeshm Geopark in the UNESCO Organization. Qeshm Geopark with its all natural and historical beauties is the only Geopark in the Middle East.

• Legends about Valley of the Stars

Local people believe a star hit the ground many years ago and made Valley of the Stars. The shape of this place reminds the kaluts in the Lut desert. You can see the stars near the ground at night. During visiting the Valley of the Stars, keep quiet and listen to the exciting sounds created by the wind blow through the rocks. These sound can be awful in the night.

• Accommodation

There are many houses for tourist in different parts of Qeshm where native people host you with traditional way. Star Home Stay a rural guest house located between Borka Khalaf and Valley of the Stars. It’s about a 12-minute walk and takes four minutes by car from the Valley of the Stars to this accommodation.

• Visiting information

  It is better to know some information about visiting time.
   
  • Visiting the Valley of the Stars for everyone is Free.
  • You can visit the Valley of the Stars from 8:00 AM until 7:00 PM.
     

• What is the best time to go?

Late October till early May is the best time to visit the Valley of the Stars. During Autumn and Winter, you can see the migratory birds and Dolphins on Qeshm Island and enjoy your travel.

• Getting there?

The address of Valley of the Stars is: Borka Khalaf Village, Qeshm Island, Hormozgan Province.

The village of Borka Khalaf has located 5 km from the south of Qeshm Island. It’s about a 17-minute walk and takes five minutes by car from Borka Khalaf to the Valley of the Stars.