Akhlomad (local favorite waterfall): We went here on the Iranian only
day off, Friday. So, this place was crowded. What an interesting trip. We, and
about 5,000 others hiked in to see two of the supposedly seven waterfalls along
this stream. Joining us were, buses, donkeys, motorcycles, autos, etc. Whole
families trudged tons of picnic gear for miles. Much of the path was narrow and
often mostly filled with water. At the apex of the journey, the scenery was
gorgeous, but the most interesting aspect was the ad-hoc infrastructure of
shops, restaurants, and vendors wedged in to this narrow canyon. We have much
video of this walk. Even in this most remote and strenuous environment, all
women maintained their adherence to the rule to cover themselves fully. At this
point, I became very frustrated that my wife had to restrict herself so. To her,
it is simply the law. This is the same for many other, but a large portion also
would continue this covering were the legal restriction to lift.
I had an interesting experience trying to help an older woman that was about
to fall as she crossed a fence. My wife warned me not to touch her, even though
she was in slight danger.
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