The Director General of Environmental Protection in Kermanshah province has recently emphasized the necessity of preserving the Quri Qaleh and Parav caves and highlighted the importance of these natural sites in attracting tourists. These caves, recognized as one of the unique and beautiful natural attractions in the country, have suffered serious damage in recent years due to insufficient attention.
The Necessity of Protection and Sustainable Development
The Director General of Environmental Protection stated that the Quri Qaleh and Parav caves should be supported not only as natural heritage but also as valuable economic and tourism resources, saying: "The development of tourism in these areas must be based on environmental principles to prevent destruction and damage to these sites." He added: "Due to their natural beauty and unique features, these caves can become one of the important tourist destinations in the country."
Challenges Ahead
However, there are many challenges in this path. Lack of attention to the necessary infrastructure to attract tourists, environmental risks arising from human activities, and improper management of natural resources are among the issues that need to be addressed. The Director General of Environmental Protection in Kermanshah emphasized that inter-organizational cooperation and engaging local communities in this regard are of special importance.
Considering these points, it seems that a comprehensive and strategic plan is needed to protect the Quri Qaleh and Parav caves, which simultaneously focuses on tourism development and environmental preservation. Otherwise, these unique natural attractions may soon be lost.
