Mount Shir, Mountain summit in Yazd Province, Iran
Mount Shir reaches an elevation of 4,055 meters and features multiple peaks extending from southwest to southeast across the Yazd Province landscape.
The mountain's name derives from Persian language, where Shir Kuh translates to Lion Mountain, reflecting its physical appearance when viewed from certain angles.
Local communities refer to Mount Shir as the mother of Yazd Province due to its role as a primary water source for the surrounding desert regions.
Climbers typically complete the ascent in seven to eight hours, passing through Najib valley before reaching the summit's open-book shaped marker with Quranic verses.
The mountain maintains a prominence of 2,271 meters and contains several notable summits including Asemannama and Barfkhaneh within its expansive range.
Location: Shirkuh Rural District
Elevation above the sea: 4,055 m
GPS coordinates: 31.60561,54.06772
Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:04
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