In the south of the ceral province, there is a historical city called Khomein; A city that is enclosed between the old highlands and plains and its history is much more than an ordinary city in the heart of ceral Iran. Khomein is not only the “birthplace of the revolutionary leader”; This city is also considered one of the oldest human settlemes in the ceer of the Iranian plateau. Due to the existence of these historical and natural attractions, many of those who Travel to Arak They are on their way to the ceral province, they also set aside time to visit the sights of Khomein. In the rest of this article from tourism magazine Fly TodayWe will iroduce the most importa tourist attractions of Khomein. If you are ierested in getting more information about this topic, stay with us uil the end.
Iroducing the historical attractions of Khomin
In the following, we will iroduce some of the historical attractions of Khomein that you can see during your trip to this city.
Khomein underground cities Relics from the Seljuk and Ilkhanate periods
In Khomin, there are a number of caves and underground cities that the old resides of this city built to defend themselves. The construction of these cities dates back to the Seljuk and Ilkhanate periods. Nested corridors and mysterious architecture should be part of the characteristics of these mansions. The most attractive underground city of Khomein should be called “Gordakhme”. This monume is located in the village of Sofeh and has been registered in the list of national monumes.
Gordakhme address on the map
Historical collection of Beit Khomeini The birthplace of the leader of the revolution
Beit Khomeini is the most importa attraction of Khomein city. This house was built during the Qajar period and Ayatollah Khomeini’s family lived in it. This mansion has an area of about 2,500 meters and is 170 years old. There are five big houses and one small house in this house. You may be ierested to know that none of the courtyards in this historical complex are known as the ceral courtyard.
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Beit Khomeini’s address on the map
Petroglyphs of Timre The oldest script discovered in Iran
Timre is an ancie region where there are 21 thousand petroglyphs. These petroglyphs are decorated with beautiful motifs. These petroglyphs date back to 3 thousand years ago and a lot of historical information can be discovered from them. It may be ieresting for you to know that the oldest script discovered in Iran was discovered in these petroglyphs. One third of the pattern of written and pictorial inscriptions in the garden of inscriptions of “Kakh Niavaran Tehran” is similar to the inscriptions in Timreh.
The address of Timreh petroglyphs
Imamzadeh Abu Talib Khomein The holy mother of the Khomeinis
Imamzadeh Abu Talib is one of the historical and religious attractions of Khomein. The people of Khomein know this place by the name of “Prince Abu Talib”. This Imamzadeh is located in the ceer of Khomein city. The Imamzadeh building dates back to the Safavid period. The parts of this imamzadeh include a relatively large court, yuan, dome, shrine and shrine. This building has an attractive architecture. The walls inside the shrine and the naves are mirrored up to the ceiling. The shrine room is decorated with silver and gold plating.
Address of Imamzadeh Abu Talib Khomein on the map
Khomein Museum of Ahropology Iroduction to Salar Mohtsham Castle
Salar Mohtsham Castle is another famous place in Khomein, which dates back to the Qajar period. This fort was built by “Mirza Ali Khan Salar Mohtsham”. Since its construction, this castle was used by one of the officials of the Qajar period who had many victories in wars. People usually took refuge in this castle from the hands of evildoers and thieves. Currely, this fortress is used as an ahropological museum. This museum was registered in the list of national works of Iran on June 25, 2001.
Address of Khomein Museum of Ahropology on the map
The ancie castle of Chenar village Visit a private castle
Another must-see place is the ancie citadel of Chenar, which is located in the village of the same name. It may be ieresting for you to know that this castle has a private owner and belongs to the children of the last Kodkhoda of the village, but tourists can visit it during their trip to Khomein. You will have the possibility to drive yourself to 100 meters from the castle and from there walk the rest of the way to this beautiful fortress. There is a beautiful river at the bottom of this castle, where you can rest a little after visiting.
Chanar Castle address on the map
Mansion of Amir Mofkham Bakhtiari Visit Khosravani garden
This mansion, which was built at the end of the Qajar period, is located in the south of Khomein and in the area of Khosravani Garden. The plan of the building with four porches with formal decorations, brickwork and plastering is autheic from the Qajar period, and traces of Zandiyeh architecture can also be recognized in some parts of it. The best time to visit this mansion is from morning to noon because the side light makes the plaster arrays more legible.
Address of Amir Mofkham Bakhtiari mansion on the map
Khomein pigeon houses | A trick to corol pests
Khomein pigeon houses, unlike most pigeon towers in Isfahan – which are mostly single towers – can be seen as small complexes in various rural parts of Khomein. In the past, these pigeon houses were an importa part of agricultural fertilizer manageme and pest corol. Many towers are still standing. The architecture of these towers is designed to be iroverted and against the penetration of predatory animals. If you plan to take photos, the inner wall of the nests and the repetitive geometry of the cells will be ieresting subjects for photography.
Lilian Armenian Cemetery | Armenian relics during the Qajar period
Lilian Armenian Cemetery is located in the southeast of Khomein and is one of the oldest official settlemes of Armenians in this region. The most burial period is related to the first Qajar and Pahlavi. The shape of the stones and carvings of the crosses in this cemetery give a more accurate ideification of the Armenian migration in the ceral region of Iran. If you plan to visit this cemetery, do not forget to respect the departed and also the religion of mashit.
Gostan Armenian Lilian address on the map
Nimur Glacier | The healthiest historical glacier in the ceral region
Neymur clay glacier belongs to the Qajar period and is one of the healthiest remaining glaciers in the ceral region of the coury. A deep tank, a thick clay dome and a wier shade store ice uil summer. This structure is a standard example of Iran’s traditional thermal engineering that worked without mechanical energy; is considered
The address of Nimur glacier on the map
Qanat Castle (Golmagord Caravanserai) | Khomin water source in ancie times
This complex, which is known by differe names such as Qanat Castle and Golmagord Caravanserai, was located in the historical commercial axis of Arak-Khomein and was used to store water. For this reason, some may include this attraction Sightseeing places in Arak also know This qanat castle was built during the Qajar period. In the beginning, this castle was used to keep soldiers. You need about 2 hours to visit this aqueduct.
Qanat Castle address on the map
Imamzade Ismail | An attraction in the heart of Khomin
Imamzade Ismail is located in the heart of the old fabric of Khomein, and in fact, it was the focal poi of the formation of the initial core of the city. The curre building is a relic of the Qajar period, but the older layers that can be seen in some parts of the city belong to the Safavid period. If your goal is to know the historical coext of Khomein, visiting this Imamzadeh is recommended. Don’t forget to visit the alleys and markets around this Imamzadeh.
Imamzadeh Ismail Khomein address
Meza village castleYen | Ceremonial castle in Khomin
Mezain Castle is a castle with a simple defensive structure that was built to defend the village. Unlike large ceremonial castles, here is an example of an economic-security castle for everyday use by rural people. When visiting this fort, be sure to visit the service spaces and storage inside the fort; Because it can show you the reality of local life during the construction of the castle.
The address of Mezain village castle on the map
Iroducing the natural attractions of Khomin
The sights of Khomein do not end there, but there are also a number of natural attractions in this city to visit. In the following, we will iroduce these attractions to you.
Buje Mouain Recreation Complex | A place for a picnic
Boje mouain in the north of Khomin is one of the best places in this city for nature tourism and picnic. You can walk on this mouain, have a family picnic and have a view of the city from above. The way to climb this mouain is very short and does not require special equipme. The best time to visit is in the morning and near dusk because you will be safe from excessive sunlight.
The address of Boje mouain resort complex on the map
Khomein plain | The most importa agricultural area of Khomin
Khomein Plain is one of the importa agricultural areas of Ceral Province and a significa part of crops and rainfall of the region is supplied in this plain. The presence of seasonal natural vegetation and open sight lines have made this plain a suitable spot for panoramic photography and sunset observation. On dusty days or strong winds, the quality of vision decreases and it is better to visit on stable weather days.
The address of Dasht Khomein on the map
Lake Khan Abad Khomein | The best place for bird watching
Khan Abad Lake is an earthen dam with seasonal drainage located near Khan Abad village. This lake should be considered one of the good spots for bird watching and nature photography. In rece years, due to less rainfall, the water level of the lake has decreased significaly, but this lake should still be considered one of the best natural attractions of Mashhad. The best time to visit and take pictures is late wier and spring, at this time the water in the lake is at its fullest and the nature of the area is more beautiful.
The address of Khan Abad Lake on the map
Garh Khanabad Cave | Exciteme in the heart of Khamin
Koh Garh Cave is located in the heights near Khan Abad and is made of limestone formations in the region. This cave has a relatively narrow erance. Garh Khanabad mouain cave is suitable for a short visit, but because the inside of the cave is completely dark, for a long visit, you should carry caving equipme such as a flashlight. The floor of some parts of the cave becomes slippery in wet seasons, so it is very importa to use suitable shoes.
Garh Khanabad Cave on the map
Imam Reza Hotel, the closest accommodation to Khomein tourist attractions
During the trip to Khomein, it is better to choose an accommodation that is close to the tourist attractions of this city. One of the best Khomein hotels Imam Reza Hotel is near the tourist attractions of this city. This hotel provides facilities such as parking, Wi-Fi, restaura, elevator, laundry, etc. Imam Reza Khomein Hotel It is located in Modares Khomein Square and is close to most of the city’s attractions.
Access ways to Khomein city
You can use a bus or a private car to travel to Khomin. If you wa to go from Tehran to Khomin, you will travel about 336 kilometers (3 hours and 40 minutes). The access route to Khomein from Tehran passes through the old Tehran-Qom road, Al-Ghadir Blvd. One of the closest cities with an airport to Khomein is Arak. If by reservation Plane ticket to Tehran, Arak If you have gone to this city by air, you can reach Khomin by bus or taxi. The distance between Arak and Khomin is about 70 km (51 minutes).
- Distance from Tehran to Khomin: 336 km (3 hours and 40 minutes)
- Distance from Arak to Khomin: 70 km (51 minutes)
Khomin, a city with natural and historical attractions
In this article, we iroduced to you the sightseeing places of Khomein city, including the historical and natural attractions of this city. By reading this article, you will see that a small town has many beautiful natural attractions and many historical treasures. You need 2-3 days to visit all the attractions of Khomin. If you happen to visit this city, you can set aside some time to visit the surrounding cities such as Golpayegan and Mahalat to make your trip more enjoyable. If there is another poi about this topic that is not meioned in this article, be sure to share it with us and other readers so that others can benefit from it.
Frequely asked questions about Khomin attractions
What season is the best time to travel to Khomein to see natural and historical attractions?
The best time to travel is early spring to early fall; In this period, rural accesses are easier and natural attractions such as plains and seasonal dams are in a better condition.
Which of the sights of Khomin is more suitable for a one-day trip?
Boje Mouain, Amir Mofkham Mansion and Imamzadeh Ismail are three suitable destinations for a short one-day program within the city, which do not need to travel much distance and can be visited in half a day.
Which Khomein attractions are free?
Most of the natural places and urban open spaces, such as Buja Mouain, Khomin Dasht, Khan Abad Lake, and rural routes are free. Some historical monumes may require erance depending on the season or the type of operation, and it is better to check the status of the visit before leaving.
How far is Khomein from the surrounding big cities?
The distance from Khomein to Arak is about 95 km and to Isfahan is about 160 km. It is about 330 kilometers from Tehran, and there is a direct asphalt access route from all three cities.
Do you need special equipme to visit Khamin natural spots?
Special equipme is usually not needed for destinations such as Boje Mouain or Dasht, but for caves and rocky places such as Koh Garh Cave, it is necessary to carry a bright flashlight, suitable shoes and plan a visit in daylight.
