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Islands and Peninsulas (Caspian Sea), Mazandaran Throughout the southern coast of the Caspian Sea, there is only one peninsula, known as the Miankaleh Peninsula. The same is located in the south eastern most region of the Caspian Sea, and has got the name of Miankaleh by being situated between the north Kaleh and the south Kaleh. To the north of the peninsula is the Caspian Sea, to the south is the Gulf of Gorgan, to the east Ashoora Deh, and to the west lie the lands of Zaqmarz and the Lapoo Wetland. The Miankaleh Peninsula (Island) prolongs over approximately 70,000 hectares, and due to sandy mounds reaching a length of 6.5 km. is segregated from the sea. Small trees of pomegranate and wild raspberry can be observed in this semi vegetated and pasture like area. Annually, that is in the winter, a variety of waterfowls and other species of immigrant birds inhabit the island, besides which there are the endemic birds too. The region is on record as a protected area (wildlife refuge) by the Department of the Environment, and hunting or shooting here and in the surroundings is strictly forbidden, except with a special permit. To the east of this peninsula, is the Ashooradeh Island. The same is comprised of three large and small islands that increase or decrease in size with the advancement or withdrawal of the sea water. Mention must be made of the Ismal Saie Island located in the Palangan Wetland, and holds its own regarding the ecosystems in the world. This mass of islands, i.e. the Miankaleh, Ashooradeh and Ismal Saie are wonderful in regards to natural attractions and environment, with special vegetation coverage and wildlife found only in these areas. Parts of the coastal area provide scope for swimming, and together with the groves and the Gulf of Gorgan issue a beautiful picture in this sector of the province. |
