In the most northerly points of Tehran there is a recreational village with cool climate known as Pas e Qaleh. The village dates back to before the advent of Islam.
This ancient village is located at the end of Sarband and Darband summer area, which is within 2 km of Shemiran. This village is sur- rounded by Imamzadeh Ghasem to the east, Darkeh Mountains to the west, Tochal summit to the north, and Sarband and Darband to the south. This village is the main route for shelters and the sights of northern Tehran such as Shirpala, Tochal, Espeed Kamar, Sharvin, Ason, and Sootak waterfall..