I have always said that places far away from humanity and out of their hands, in comparison to places with easy pathways, are more beautiful, more pristine, and clean, and it is going to worth all the hardships.

The weekend trip was a difficult journey through the forests of Kaleh Sara, in Gilan Province, Iran.

The route starts from a green village called Kaleh Sara and after passing a local mosque and crossing a bridge, the forest route shows its face. A lush and wonderful path that polishes the human soul just as you ride there.

Biking in the middle of the meadows is beautiful. The mountainous route and the valley full of trees have their own attractions, but the real beauties begin when a watery and clear river appears.

At first, you hear its roaring sound, and as it runs vigorously through the area, the passionate and powerful face of the river shows itself.

The river flows through the valleys and on its way, it makes the tall trees, the whole land green, and the clean existence of the forest pleasant.

Crossing the river itself is a different challenge. Because rocks on the riverbed are mossy, moving over their slippery surfaces can be dangerous and caution is required.

Friends who tried to cross the river by bicycle were unsuccessful.

I took off my shoes and grabbed my bike on my shoulders. And I felt the cool water of the river on the soles of my feet.

I loved this place more than anywhere else.

I like to lie down and watch the trees or to go to the river and swim.

I like to stay here forever…