Caspian Sea Drowning Dangers

TEHRAN -- Iran’s northern provinces -- Gilan, Mazandaran, and Golestan -– are surrounded by scenes of outstanding beauty. Home of thick humid forests and located on the borders of the Caspian Sea, these coastal regions are famous tourist destinations.

Unfortunately, these exotic locations also have the distinction of being the number one site in Iran for death by drowning.

The picturesque natural landscapes of these coastal cities enjoying a unique geographical position, pleasant environmental conditions and moderate climate, draw millions of tourists annually and are consequently of great importance to the economy of the region.

Mazandaran Province, located on the southern coast of the Caspian Sea is geographically divided into two parts: coastal plains and mountainous areas. The Alborz Mountain Range surrounds this coastal strip forming a huge barrier.

Over the past five years, as many as 913 people, both local residents and tourists, have lost their lives in the Caspian Sea.

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