Cheekha Dar

Quick Facts

• Type: Mountain
• Range: Zagros Mountains
• Elevation: 3,611 m
• Location: Erbil Governorate, near the Iran-Iraq border

Overview

Cheekha Dar is widely recognized as the highest peak in Iraq. It rises in the high Zagros along the border zone between the Kurdistan Region of Iraq and western Iran.

The mountain is known for rugged terrain, long winter snow cover, and remote routes used by climbers and hikers.

Landscape and Culture

The surrounding highlands are sparsely populated and feature alpine meadows in summer. Cheekha Dar has become a symbol of Kurdish mountaineering and the region’s dramatic topography.

Notes

Access is typically from the Kurdistan Region side with local guidance and seasonal planning.