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| Osku, a city waving in gentle breeze |
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The province enjoys a cool and dry climate, but the gentle breezes off the Caspian Sea have some influence on the climate of the low-lying areas. Temperatures run between -10°C in the winter and up to 30°C in the summer. The ideal time to visit this province is during the spring and summer months. Situated southwest of Tabriz, the capital of the province, Osku sits on the Sahand mountain range. Based on historical evidence, Osku has replaced its predecessor city, Oshkaya. Osku consists of many gardens, a fact that can be confirmed based on the view from surrounding mountains. It was known as one of the more habitable spots in Azerbaijan and its residents were noted for joining forces with the people of Tabriz in protest of the Soviets during the days of the Constitutional Revolution of Iran. Osku has a number of historical tourist attractions, a number of old mosques and other religious sites also add some historical value and charm to the city. The Susian Cemetery is believed to date from the Sassanid era. Of the pleasant natural attractions of Osku, one can take note of Osku Chay River which takes its source in the northern sector of Soltan Dagh in the mountainous region of Sahand Mountains. In its course it flows through a number of villages of which the picturesque villages of Kandovan and Kohanmoo are worth mentioning. Finally flowing into the Uromieh Lake areas surrounding the river provide places for recreation. The general area around Osku has traditionally been known as having a very cultured and educated population. The oldest school in Osku is a solid structure located adjacent to the Jameh Mosque and has four chambers. Its exact date of construction is unclear although it is assumed to have been built the same time as the mosque. In 1289 of the Iranian calendar, a second floor was added too the chambers which enabled the founding of Osku’s first elementary school, Razavieh School. In the proximity of Osku, there is the uninhabited village of Hillevar which was built before the Islamic period and destroyed during the Mongol attack on Iran. However, some houses are still remained intact. Different sections of them such as the kitchen or indoor holding places for animals are identifiable. Excavation operations are going on to find out more about the village. While visiting Osku, remember to buy souvenirs among them nuts such as hazelnuts, almonds and walnuts are more popular.   Socialize this Subscribe to our RSS feed to stay in touch and receive all of TT updates right in your feed reader
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