Star Valley-Qeshm Island (Click for larger view)

Stars Valley is a natural consequence of wind erosion and rainstorm

washing out from the Cenozoic period (2 million years ago) up to now.

The valley is located in Berkeh Khalaf Village, about 15 kilometers

distance from Qeshm City, Qeshm Island in the Persian Gulf. It is a

magnificent gallery of natural features, in a depth of 7 to 15 meters

below the original plateau, including columns, sharp cones, arches and

edges all made from sand and natural cement. Based on locals' beliefs,

the valley was formed after the falling of a star many centuries ago;

the name of valley is a reference to that incident. Due to the

specific shape and arrangement of columns, wind made noise is audible

throughout the valley, inducing a mysterious mood. The latter makes

locals to believe in ghost traffic through the valley; they avoid

entering to the valley during the evening and night.

Stars Valley site is made up of soft sediment layers, erosion

mechanisms and weathering. On the other hand, emergence of masses like

needle columns, vertical walls, bridges, and various cavities have

added to its natural attraction. As a result of the softness of the

various layers forming these natural shapes, it is not unheard of for

the overall shape of the area to slightly vary after rainfall.

Although this site is located out of the Qeshm geo-park area,

considering the region’s uniqueness and its specific geo-morphological

structure, it is affirmed by UNESCO as one of the main sites of the

geo-park.

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