Planting of 50 Mulberry Saplings in the "Sarchil" Heights, a Strategic Step to Strengthen Sustainable Tourism in the World Target Village of Qaleh Bala
The head of the Department of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts of Shahroud County announced the implementation of a plan to plant 50 mulberry trees in the heights of the "Sarchil" region adjacent to the village of Qaleh Bala. ... soil stabilization and in line with achieving sustainable development criteria for preparing the Qaleh Bala tourist target village for inscription on the UNESCO World Heritage List... Tourism stated: The village of Qaleh Bala, due to its location on the path of the world registration file, holds a special position in sustainable development programs...
According to the reporter of Mirath Arya, Seyyed Mohammad Sadegh Razavian said: The planting of 50 mulberry saplings in the "Sarchil" heights was carried out with the aim of strengthening vegetation, soil stabilization, and in line with achieving sustainable development criteria for preparing the Qaleh Bala tourist target village for inscription on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
The head of the Department of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts of Shahroud County, emphasizing the importance of protecting natural heritage alongside tourism development, stated: The village of Qaleh Bala, due to its location on the path of the world registration file, holds a special position in sustainable development programs.
He stated: In this regard, with the participation and supervision of the village's دهیاری (Dehyari - village council/municipality), 50 mulberry saplings were planted in the sensitive heights of the Sarchil region, which play a key role in soil stabilization and enhancing the natural landscape of this mountainous area.
Razavian added: The choice of the mulberry tree, in addition to its favorable adaptation to the climatic conditions of the region, is a wise choice for strengthening biodiversity and increasing the greenery of tourist routes.
The head of the Department of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts of Shahroud County, referring to the geographical location and unique capacities of this village, stated: The historic village of Qaleh Bala, located 21 kilometers from the city of Biarjomand and east of Shahroud County, with its special terraced architecture and its proximity to the Turan Protected Area, has become a jewel in the tourism of the eastern part of the province.
He noted: Preserving the historical texture, the sustainability of eco-lodges, and their connection with the preservation of biodiversity have made this village a prominent destination for domestic and foreign tourists.
Razavian concluded by emphasizing: The implementation of these environmental projects is part of our continuous efforts to prepare tourism infrastructure and strengthen global standards for the protection of natural heritage, so that we can further consolidate Qaleh Bala's position globally by relying on local and environmental assets.