Where should we visit on our trip to Bashet?

_{The initial version of this article was published on 06/07/1396 and was updated on 06/21/1402.}

The city of Bashet is the center of a city with the same name in the southwest of Kohgiluyeh and Boyer Ahmad provinces, which archaeologists attribute to the Achaemenid period. Therefore, the presence of historical monuments and ancient sights in this region from the south of the country is obvious, which is one of the reasons for attracting tourists to this land. “Bast” or “Besht” is the name recorded in Nasser Khosrow’s travelogue about this city. One of the characteristics of Bashet is its suitable weather at different times of the year, especially during Nowruz, when many travelers travel to this southern city every year during these refreshing days.

1. Two two-legged graves

• Address: The main road from Gachsaran to Shiraz, about 6 km from Bashet city, Shush village (view on the map)

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Among the sightseeing places of Kohgioleh and Boyer Ahmad in Bashet city, we can mention two stone pillars belonging to the Sasanian era, which are known as “two graves with two legs”. This unique and interesting historical work is located at a short distance from two villages called “Shush” and “Deh Kand”, seven kilometers from Basht city and on the road from Gachsaran to Baba Maidan. Unfortunately, no significant information has been obtained about this ancient Iranian heritage, but according to the statements of some experts, these columns are placed at a distance of half a meter from each other and are made of limestone, milky in color and carved in the same way.

Probably, in the past, the historical work of two graves with two feet was used as a fire pit

They believe that these two mills were probably used as fire pits and were a means of guiding caravans and travelers who lost their way at night. It is interesting to know that after the first explorations of these two ancient mills, it seems that their space and general shape are somewhat similar to the stone columns of Mehri and Mithraism temples, like the columns of Khorhe Mahalat temple.

2. Prim Historical Bridge (Perin)

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On the transportation route from Khuzestan province to Fars, there is another historical attraction of Kohgiluyeh and Boyer Ahmad province, which is known as “Perin Bridge”. “Prim” is another name for this valuable historical structure, which was built eight kilometers east of Bashet city and near Cham Bulbul village on the “Prim” river. Today, you can see parts of this old bridge that has been used since its establishment until the Islamic era. A work that has been restored and repaired with the efforts of the provincial authorities and has been registered as a national heritage. This area of ​​Bashet has become one of the popular tourist spots due to the existence of the bridge and the presence of Cheshme Anjiri resort which is located nearby.

3. The waterfall is raw

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One of the most beautiful natural attractions of Bashte is a roaring waterfall called “Abshar Khami” which is located near this city and in the village of “Tel Chegah”. This waterfall originates from one of the Zagros mountain ranges and has created an impressive beauty and charming nature in this area. A permanent waterfall that is surrounded by oak trees, numerous springs, raging rivers and lush forests. In fact, the waterfall is located in a gorge called “Tang Bra”, which can be seen after three hours of walking and hiking. One of the characteristics of this area is its pristine and untouched nature, which has gained tremendous popularity among tourists and travelers with the presence of the famous “Do Pirdel” and “Cold Spring” springs.

4. The ancient road of Allahu Akbar Pass

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At a distance of 15 kilometers from Bashet city, you can see traces of a cobblestone road, which is located on the old road from Bashet to Gachsaran, in a place called “Neck of Allah Akbar”. This historical work, which is known as the “Ancient Road of the Neck of Allah Akbar”, according to historians and according to written historical documents, is the remnants of the Achaemenid royal road, its width is between 2 and 5 meters and it is located in the north-south direction. This old road, of which only a small amount remains scattered in different regions of the country today, has turned this part of Kohgiluyeh and Boyer Ahmad provinces into one of the popular tourist areas that many foreign and domestic tourists visit. they travel

5. Rune river tourism area

• Address: One kilometer southeast of Telchgah village, dSafeguards of Khami Mountain

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Indeed, one of the most beautiful tourist areas in the province of Kohgiluyeh and Boyar Ahmad is the “Rood Rune” area, 10 km from Bashet city, which is known as the lost paradise of southern Iran. A very wonderful place for nature walkers, lovers of hiking and watching pristine and untouched sights. Spectacular and rare scenery at the foot of the lofty and spectacular “Khami” mountains is always the place of Guwara waterfalls and springs, and due to the melting of its snows, it has created a natural and admirable attraction called the beautiful “Rone” river and many other spectacular waterfalls. Today, this area of ​​Kohgiluyeh and Boyar Ahmad province is the most popular resort where a large number of travelers and tourists attend.

6. Shah Bahram tourist area

• Address: 45 km northwest of Bashet, connecting road to Cheram and Kohdasht, Shah Bahram village (view on the map)

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Another beautiful and scenic area of ​​Kohgiluyeh and Boyer Ahmad province is “Shah Bahram Tourism Area”, which is located 45 km away from Bashet city. In fact, Shah Bahram is the name of a mountain village that was considered one of the villages of Khomera Khami Bakhsh before Basht became a city. What attracts the attention of many tourists and travelers when they visit this village is the pristine, wonderful and very beautiful nature of this area, which has turned it into one of the most beautiful recreational and sightseeing spots in Bashet city.

It is interesting to know that some old locals believe that there were nearly forty Imamzadeh courts in this village, of which only a few tombs remain today. This area is located on the road from Bashet to Cheram and Dehdasht and surrounded from four directions by the five villages of Fatah, Shadgan, Lar, Cheram and Nimdor, it benefits from an eye-catching landscape with a cover of diverse and beautiful plants. Also, the pleasant weather and the presence of a permanent river have made the presence of tourists and travelers more prominent in this area.

7. Historical collection of Khan Ahmad Bast

Among the other tourist attractions of Bashet, there is a historical collection located 20 kilometers from this city and known as “Khan Ahmed Collection”. Tourists can see a historical site located on the main road and in the vicinity of Zirdo Khan Ahmad village.

Archaeologists have reported the existence of a city belonging to the middle Islamic centuries in the Khan Ahmed region

In fact, in an area of ​​4 hectares, there is a valuable historical collection that has been registered in the national register with the efforts of the authorities of Kohgiluyeh and Boyer Ahmad provinces. Inside this historical area, there is an old building known as “Chahar Sefa Khan Ahmad”. According to the construction of this old building, the remaining architectural works in this area as well as the pottery discovered in it, archaeologists believe that an ancient city existed in this area in the Islamic Middle Ages.

8. Be a cypress tree

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One of the oldest tourist attractions in Bashet city is an old tree called “Basht cypress tree”. Historians believe that this old tree, with a length of 40 meters and a width of 7 meters, has lived for more than 2700 years and has become one of the interesting and famous sights of Bashet city. This tree is 35 kilometers west and is located in the historical village of Lar.

9. The historic village of Lar

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“Lar village” is one of the oldest villages in Kohgiluyeh and Boyer Ahmad province, some historians have introduced this village as the capital of Yilaq and Qeshlaq of Achaemenid. In this village, there are valuable historical monuments and you can see amazing natural sights.

Lar village is one of the most historical areas of Bashet, where there are monuments such as fire temple of Lar Mountain and a cemetery from ancient Iran.

One of the most famous natural attractions in the village is the 2,700-year-old cypress tree, which is located next to the fire temple of Koh Lar. This fire temple, which is known as the Lar dome, is a cemetery left over from ancient Iran and houses the blessed mausoleum of Imamzadeh Seyyed Muhammad (pbuh), one of the most popular tourist areas in the region. Spring season is one of the best times to travel to this region from the south of the country; Because in these days, this region of Iran offers pure and eye-catching nature to its guests.

10. Ashkeft Shah Pichab

• Address: 50 km north of Bashet city, northwest of De Bozor village, Pichab region (view on the map)

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At a distance of 50 kilometers from the northern part of Basht, there is another natural and historical attraction of this city, which is known as “Ashkaft Shah Pichab”. Ashkeft region is one of the most interesting historical sites in Iran. In this area, there is a cave that contains works such as several inscriptions and stone writings. A collection that requires archeological excavations and numerous researches to access comprehensive and detailed information about the age and background of each of them. This Ashkeft (cave) is located in the Pichab cold region and along the Zagros mountain range. But what attracts the attention of every visitor when he is in this attractive area is the presence of a very beautiful and roaring river called “Sor” or “Shor” which originates from the top of the threshold and has created a beautiful and exemplary landscape.

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Bashet is an ancient city that archaeologists believe is as old as the Achaemenid Empire. Other places of interest in this historical region of the country include the historical castle of Banu Gashsanab or Banugsheh, Shalal Don tourist area, Amirsheikhi Kolge, Khami Mountain, Shah Bahram River, Gar Castle, Ashkeft Burj or Mir Mohammad Zahiri Ashkeft, Rune Mill, Tang Anarestan. , Ganjgan, Saadat Abad, Khan Ahmed’s Ashkafts and Sheikh Hassan’s Qanats.

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