Mount Derak
| Mount Derak | |
|---|---|
 Sunset over Mount Derak viewed from Shiraz | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 9,514 ft (2,900 m) |
| Prominence | 4,605 ft (1,404 m) |
| Coordinates | 29°37′00″N 52°32′00″E / 29.616667°N 52.533333°ECoordinates: 29°37′00″N 52°32′00″E / 29.616667°N 52.533333°E |
| Geography | |
| Location | Shiraz, Iran |
| Parent range | Zagros Mountains |
| Topo map | Mount Derak |
| Geology | |
| Age of rock | < 40,000 yrs |
| Mountain type | Sedimentary rock |
| Climbing | |
| First ascent | Mid 1900s |
| Easiest route | Hike via south western zone |
Mount Derak (known as Mother Mount) is a sedimentary rock mountain located in Shiraz, Fars, in the Middle East region in Iran. It is 20 kilometres (12 mi) north of Shiraz, Fars. Mount Derak takes its name from its shape that is like a pregnant women (mother mountain). The peak is located in the Zagros Mountains and is part of the Shiraz city. This mountain is well known for its charming sunsets and as the hub for TV and radio telecommunication masts.
Gallery
Sunset in Shiraz viewing north west – Kowsar hospital is visible in bottom right
Golden hour in Shiraz viewing Mt.Derak
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