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The elevations of Qom are a continuation of the Central Mountain Ranges of Iran. A section of which begins from the Alvand and prolongs approximately to and runs parallel to the Zagross Mountains, terminating in Baluchestan. The heights of Qom Province include a part of the mountainous region of Ardhal. The said area is located in the townships of Qom, south of Qom, Kashan and Mahalat. The important summits of Qom Province, which reach an elevation of over 2,500 m. and are part of the mountainous terrain of Ardhal are: Khasnak Mountain, Qom This mountain with a height of about 2,777 m. is located 54 km. southwest of Qom and to the south of the Sanjgan village. The Zavarian and Salman rivers gain their sources in this elevation. The Qom - Arak railroad passes through the eastern and southern skirts of this region. Larha Mountain, Qom The said mountain reaches a height of 3,109 m. and is located at a distance of 51 km. south of Qom. The Vasnoveh River gains a major portion of its water in this vicinity. The Lar Mountains joins the Gorge Mountains in southwest. Palangabi (Palang Abi) Mountain, Qom The same with a height of about 3,154 m. is situated at a distance of 48 km. southwest of Qom. Various rivers such as the Ravanj, Dareh Baq and Azna take their sources here. The Palangan Mountains join the Qaleaq summits from the east. Sultan Sa'd Shah Mountain, Qom The said mountain with an altitude of 2,930 m. is located at a distance of 46 km. south of Qom, and to the south of the Khaveh Village. The Vasnoveh and Fardo rivers take their sources in these mountains. |
