Mount Derak

Mount Derak

Sunset over Mount Derak viewed from Shiraz
Highest point
Elevation 9,514 ft (2,900 m)
Prominence 4,605 ft (1,404 m)
Coordinates 29°37′00″N 52°32′00″E / 29.616667°N 52.533333°E / 29.616667; 52.533333Coordinates: 29°37′00″N 52°32′00″E / 29.616667°N 52.533333°E / 29.616667; 52.533333
Geography
Location Shiraz, Iran
Parent range Zagros Mountains
Topo map Mount Derak
Geology
Age of rock < 40,000 yrs
Mountain type Sedimentary rock
Climbing
First ascent Mid 1900s
Easiest route Hike via south western zone

Mount Derak (known as Mother Mount) is a sedimentary rock mountain located in Shiraz, Fars, in the Middle East region in Iran. It is 20 kilometres (12 mi) north of Shiraz, Fars. Mount Derak takes its name from its shape that is like a pregnant women (mother mountain). The peak is located in the Zagros Mountains and is part of the Shiraz city. This mountain is well known for its charming sunsets and as the hub for TV and radio telecommunication masts.

Gallery

Sunset in Shiraz viewing north west – Kowsar hospital is visible in bottom right
Golden hour in Shiraz viewing Mt.Derak

References

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