The village is a renowned center of pomegranate and grape production in the Arasbaran region. These produces have a characteristic potential of being preserved for over six months without requiring refrigeration. This feature was remarked by Robert Mignan, who traveled through Arasbaran in 1830s.[5] Kavanaq is also remarked for its thriving apiculture operation.
Further Information
The first allusion to Kavanaq is by the renowned historian Hamdallah Mustawfi in the late twelfth century.[6]
On a mountain near the village, there is a castle dating from Sasanian era. It was used as a jail for high-ranking officials during Khwarazmian reign.[7] The castle is known as the castle of Mardanaqom.
There is a landmark ancient plane tree in the village. The tree is about 3 meter in diameter and is said to have lived for 500 years.
References
^Kavanaq can be found at GEOnet Names Server, at this link, by opening the Advanced Search box, entering "-3070065" in the "Unique Feature Id" form, and clicking on "Search Database".
