Charan, Iran

For the community of same name living in India, see Charan.

Charan is among a cluster of villages located in Alborz mountain range north of Tehran in Iran. The primary access road is from the Chalous Road shortly before ascending towards the Kandivan Tunnel and Karaj Dam. As you approach Khozan Kala, watch for the sign showing Khor Ski area. Follow the road and after 5-7 Kilometers you will see the first village named Arangeh Bozorg (Big Arangeh). Located on the same road are the villages Arangeh Koochak (Samall Arangeh), Si Jan, Abharak, Sar Ziyarat, Jey aka Gey, Charan and Khor, which is located at a high elevation and is the location of a ski run.