The island has unique attractions and is one of the important hubs of tourism, but its potentials have not yet been utilized effectively. It is situated 3 km from the coast of Turkmen Port and is bound to Caspian Sea in the north, Chopoq Oghli Strait in the east, Khazini water canal in the east and Gulf of Gorgan in the south.
Some historical documents state that Ashuradeh consisted of three islands two of which have been submerged by tidal waves, Mehr News Agency reported.
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