• A tourist rides a camel along the beach on Iran's Qeshm island in the Arabian Gulf. All photos by AFP
    A tourist rides a camel along the beach on Iran's Qeshm island in the Arabian Gulf. All photos by AFP
  • Visitors paddle in the water on the island in the Strait of Hormuz, about 180km from the UAE's Port Rashid
    Visitors paddle in the water on the island in the Strait of Hormuz, about 180km from the UAE's Port Rashid
  • Stars Valley is one of the attractions on Qeshm, whose geology, ancient sites and wildlife are a draw for tourists
    Stars Valley is one of the attractions on Qeshm, whose geology, ancient sites and wildlife are a draw for tourists
  • Stars Valley features sand and rock formations caused by erosion
    Stars Valley features sand and rock formations caused by erosion
  • The valley is close to the village of Berkeye Khalaf
    The valley is close to the village of Berkeye Khalaf
  • Locals believe that the formations were created when a star fell to earth
    Locals believe that the formations were created when a star fell to earth
  • Stars Valley now has Unesco listing as part of the Qeshm Island Geo-park
    Stars Valley now has Unesco listing as part of the Qeshm Island Geo-park
  • Tourists admire the rock formations
    Tourists admire the rock formations
  • Some give the impression of being ancient buildings
    Some give the impression of being ancient buildings
  • The Iranian government has granted tax exemptions to promote tourism on Qeshm
    The Iranian government has granted tax exemptions to promote tourism on Qeshm
  • It is hoped that the island's combination of rugged scenery and tax-free shopping will attract tourists
    It is hoped that the island's combination of rugged scenery and tax-free shopping will attract tourists

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Tourists visit Qeshm island in Iran - in pictures

Visitors enjoy a trip to Stars Valley and the beach

The National

May 09, 2023

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Updated: May 09, 2023, 9:15 AM
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