Re: Dish Dashlari
Matt Dreher
Beluga caviar is caviar consisting of the roe of the beluga sturgeon Huso huso. The fish can be found primarily in the Caspian Sea and also in the Black Sea basin and occasionally in the Adriatic Sea. The Caspian Sea is about a third less salty than regular seas, and this level of salinity seems to suit the beluga sturgeon. Unfortunately, over-fishing and poaching has endangered beluga endangered Beluga sturgeon which helps explain the high price of the caviar. Beluga caviar is the most expensive type of caviar with market prices ranging from $7,000 to $10,000 per Kg.
The northern Caspian enjoys a moderately continental climate zone, while the middle and south part of the sea, with Iran, Turkmenistan and Azerbaijan is mountainous and much warmer. The southwest is touched by subtropical influences, and that remarkable variety is completed by the desert climate prevailing on the eastern shore. The most precipitation is in the eastern parts, primarily in the southeast. The average rainfall on most shores of the Caspian Sea is about 300 mm per year and only in the coasts of Iran and parts of southern Azerbaijan has an exceptionally humid climate with rainfall of about 700 to 1700 mm.
The first documented report on Caspian hydrocarbon resources dates back to the thirteenth century. Oil was officially extracted from Caspian region lands in 1869 and from Baku water in 1949, and so far 21,000 wells have been drilled in exploration areas (land and sea). Apart from the North Caspian and Central Caspian oil fields, the southern part of Caspian Sea is also one of the main sources of exploration and production of oil and gas.
Development and exploitation of oil and gas fields in the Caspian Sea dates back to 1949, and according to the official sources of the Republic of Azerbaijan, the oil industry of this country extracted oil and gas at this sea for the first time in the world, of course Azerbaijan was a part of USSR at that time.
Nearly three decades after the collapse of the Soviet Union and the discovery of three new littoral states for the Caspian, the Convention on the New Legal Status of the Caspian Sea was finally signed by the presidents of Iran, Russia, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan. The signed text is a result of 26 years of negotiations on the legal status of the Caspian Sea, which is the basis of subsequent decisions and can be referred to as the Constitution of the Caspian Sea.
The new Caspian Sea Legal Status Convention has not entered into any delimitation of water borders and boundaries, and has left this issue to bilateral dialogue between countries. All Caspian states have defined their national parts and share of Caspian waters by bilateral agreements. Iran has always rejected this method and has not yet finalized its maritime border with its two neighbors in the Caspian Sea, the Republic of Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan.
Map is showing the Caspian Sea, an inland sea at the crossroads of Europe and Asia that is situated about 500 km east of the Black Sea, between southeastern Europe and Western Asia, east of the Caucasus Mountains, south of the vast Eurasian Steppe, and west of the Karakum and Kyzylkum Deserts of Central Asia. Five countries have a shoreline at the sea, Iran and four former Soviet republics (until 1991), Russia, Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan, and Kazakhstan.
Caspian provinces of Iran are of the most popular tourist destinations in this country. The beautiful nature of the northern Iran includes lush forests, mountains, marsh lands, rivers and beautiful shores of the Caspian Sea. Travel to the beautiful nature of northern Iran is not limited to a particular season and you can travel to this beautiful region all year round. The three provinces of Mazandaran, Golestan and Gilan form northern Iran. In the continuation of this article from Iran Safar, we intend to introduce some cities and places of interest in this region:
For those interested in the geology world, the amazing rock formations of Badab-e Surt would be a spectacular attraction. Badab-e Surt springs are located in Mazandaran province, about 100 km south of Caspian sea. The formations caused by accumulated sediments of this spring are actually stairwells that turn golden, yellow, orange and red in color. Two of these springs are said to be potable and have healing properties. This is one of the places where photographers would love. Unfortunately, Badab Surt springs are being destroyed for a variety of reasons.
Anzali port is one of the important and big cities of Gilan province, the first port in Iran on the Caspian Sea coast. That is why it is of great commercial and tourist importance. Anzali port with humid weather is one of the rainiest cities in Iran. Anzali Wetland or Anzali Lagoon is one of the largest lagoon in the world. A beautiful wetland full of reeds and lotus flowers that with its unique view welcomes many travelers.
Anzali Lagoon is home to seasonal Lotus flowers which are considered sacred in many Asian cultures. In many of the ancient Iranian historical sites such as Persepolis, or Apadana site in Susa, some carvings have been excavated with Lotus design. It is also a natural habitat for water lilies and duckweed.
Anzali Lagoon is also a refuge for local and migrant birds, some of which are at risk of extinction. It has over 100 bird, 50 fish and hundreds of plant species. This lagoon is also a suitable destination for bird watching in Iran appealing many nature lovers every year.
Municipality Square of Rasht, located in the city center, is one of the interesting squares in Iran. This square is one of the main parts of Gilan province with its historical monuments, urban buildings, very important streets, old and new shopping centers around it. Many citizens of Rasht and even travelers who come to Rasht visit Municipality Square for shopping, eating and walking.
Food is one of the symbols that well reflects the culture of each region. In northern Iran, creative people with the healthiest and best ingredients have created appetizing and delicious dishes. Caspian region of Iran is a leader in delicious Iranian food with wonderful tastes. The types of vegetables and flavorings that exist in North Iran are the main reason for the good taste of local foods. Here are just some names:
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