Khalkhal Travel Guide | Khalkhal Attractions | Things to Do and see in Khalkhal

Khalkhal is the capital city of Khalkhal county and also one of the beautiful cities of Ardabil province . Geographically Khalkhal is located in 120 km from the south of Ardabil and from the north the city leads to Kowsar county, from the east it leads to Gilan province, from the south to Zanjan province and from the west to Mianeh county.

Since Khalkhal is located in a mountainous region, it has moderate summers and very cold winters. The city has a lot of hot springs that most of them have medicinal properties. Khalkhal is a historical part of Ardabil province with fabulous nature.

Where to stay in Khalkhal?

In Khalkhal you can stay at Jahangardi hotel that is located near Payame Noor University.

What to eat? Where to eat?

Khalkhal has different local foods due to its special climate conditions and different natural resources. The most popular foods of Khalkhal are: Airan Ashi ( Ash-e Doogh), Arishe marji, Arishe polo, Omaj ashi, Basdermapolo, Torshili khoresh, Ash-e Kashk, and Jorakqatqi.

What do we buy from Khalkhal?

Different kinds of shortcake ( Nazik, Taltal,Chaichurgi), and natural honey are the delicious souvenirs of Khalkhal. The city also has its own handicrafts such as: Kilim, handmade woollen socks, scarf, rug, and Jajim. Khalkhal ‘s Jajim is famous all around the world.

Where to go and visit in Khalkhal?

The most popular attractions of Khalkhal are: Yeylagh Dashteh that is a most popular tourist Yaylak of Khalkhal, Shamsabad historical cemetery which is 1300 years old, Naregar waterfall, Kolowr village, Aqbolagh and Khalkhalsoei waterfalls, Khalkhal to Asalem road which is one of the most beautiful roads of Iran.