World’s best red soil on Hormuz Island (PHOTOS)

Photos of Hormuz Island, home to the world's best red soil.

Hormuz, an Iranian island in the Strait of Hormuz, is a secluded spot loved by environmentalists and those who long for peace and quiet.

The oval island, known as the key to the Persian Gulf because of its geographical position, has gained popularity with artists too.

Its beaches which are covered with colorful soil are the canvas of artists.

Among green, brown, white, ochre, red and black mountains, the island’s Red Mountains are distinctive. Locals use its soil for baking special bread and add it to pickles as spice.

The following images have been published by the Iranian Students’ News Agency:

Fatemeh Askarieh

Fatemeh Askarieh is an Iranian journalist working on a range of fields including culture, art, lifestyle, cultural heritage, and tourism. She has been working with the Iran Front Page (IFP) Media Group for 10 years, and is currently the head of the Art and Lifestyle Department.

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