Qaleh Bala Village Bus Becomes "Mobile Ambassador of Turan Wildlife"
The head of the Department of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts of Shahroud County announced the implementation of an innovative plan to introduce the prominent wildlife species of Turan on the body of the Qaleh Bala tourist village bus. ...According to the reporter of Miras Arya, Seyyed Mohammad Sadegh Razavian said: In a creative move aligned with the global registration plans for Qaleh Bala village, the beautification project of the tourist village's bus, focusing on introducing the prominent animal species of Turan National Park and also displaying the unique stepped texture...
According to the reporter of Miras Arya, Seyyed Mohammad Sadegh Razavian said: In a creative move aligned with the global registration plans for Qaleh Bala village, the beautification project of the tourist village's bus, focusing on introducing the prominent animal species of Turan National Park and also displaying the unique stepped texture of the village, has been implemented.
The head of the Department of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts of Shahroud County added: As part of this plan, artistic images of valuable wildlife species of the region, including the Asiatic cheetah, Iranian gazelle, Houbara bustard, chinkara, and Urial sheep, have been installed on the body and windows of the bus. In addition to enhancing the visual appeal, this conveys Qaleh Bala's clear message as a wildlife-friendly village to the audience.
He pointed out the importance of cultural actions alongside infrastructural development, stating: This bus has now become a moving showcase and a mobile ambassador for introducing the natural and environmental capacities of the Turan region, and on its routes, it introduces the unique capacities of this valuable ecosystem to tourists and residents of the region.
Razavian stated: The implementation of this project has been carried out with the participation and cooperation of the village residents and with a sustainable tourism approach, demonstrating the serious commitment of the local community to environmental protection and the linkage of tourism development with the preservation of natural heritage.
The head of the Department of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts of Shahroud County noted: It is expected that this symbolic and effective action will play an important role in increasing public awareness regarding the importance of protecting endangered species and also encouraging tourists to visit Turan National Park and the historic village of Qaleh Bala.
He emphasized in conclusion: Such initiatives complement our infrastructural and conservation programs on the path to the global registration of Qaleh Bala and can provide a successful model of synergy between the local community, responsible tourism, and biodiversity conservation.