23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
One Night in Kandovan

Kandovan is a hand-carved rocky village at the skirt of mount Sahand in Iran, known for it's astonishing appearance and volcanic form. Winter nights, in this region, are severe and cold, with heavy snow that makes the village almost covered in ice! But don't worry, there's good shelter in and around the village to keep you warm for the night.

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Date Taken: 01.2024
Date Uploaded: 10.2025
Photo Location: Iran
Copyright: © Roya Saboohi