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Rafi Destination Guide
Delve into Rafi in Iran
Rafi in the region of Māzandarān is located in Iran - some 84 mi or ( 136 km ) North-West of Tehran , the country's capital .
Local time in Rafi is now 04:27 PM (Thursday) . The local timezone is named " Asia/Tehran " with a UTC offset of 3.5 hours. Depending on your mobility, these larger destinations might be interesting for you: Khoshkeh Chal, Jur Deh, Tehran, Sanandaj, and Rasht. While being here, you might want to check out Khoshkeh Chal . Are you curious about the possible sightseeing spots and facts in Rafi ? We have collected some references on our attractions page.
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Ovan Lake
Ovan lake (also known as Evan lake) is a small alpine lake in Alamut region of Arburz range, in Qazvin province of Iran. The centre point of the lake is approximately located at {{#invoke:Coordinates|coord}}{{#coordinates:36|28|58.98|N|50|26|37.39|E| | |name= }}. The only tributary that flows into the lake, is a stream with the same name, Ovan, coming down from northern mounts. The north of the lake is also surrounded by three small villages, namely from east to west: Varbon, Ovan and Zar-abaad.
Located at 36.48 50.44 (Lat./Long.); Less than 15 km away
East Alamut District
East Alamut District is a district in Qazvin County, Qazvin Province, Iran. At the 2006 census, its population was 12,519, in 4,128 families. The District has one city: Moallem Kalayeh. The District has three rural districts (dehestan): Alamut-e Bala Rural District, Alamut-e Pain Rural District, and Moallem Kalayeh Rural District.
Located at 36.47 50.58 (Lat./Long.); Less than 21 km away
Alamut Castle
Alamut was a mountain fortress located in the South Caspian province of Daylam near the Rudbar region in Iran, approximately 100 km (60 mi) from present-day Tehran, Iran. The name means "Eagle's Nest. " Under the leadership of Hasan-i Sabbah, Alamut became the site of intense activity for the Shi'a Nizari Ismai'li, along with a smaller subgroup known as the Assassins, between 1090 and 1256 AD. During the medieval period, the castle functioned as the major stronghold of the Nizari Ismaili state.
Located at 36.44 50.59 (Lat./Long.); Less than 24 km away
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