Sights of Sabzevar The city of greenery, industry and history – Fly Today

Sabzevar is one of the cities of Razavi Khorasan. This ancient and historical city is located in the western part of this province. Sabzevar is the cradle of Islamic Iran’s literature and culture, and many great scholars of Islamic Iran’s science, literature and art originated from this city. Also, there are many places to see in Sabzevar. Sabzevar is a city with rich history and culture that can be attractive for tourists. If you are looking for a historical and cultural city, Sabzevar can be the right choice for you. In the rest of this article from tourism magazine Fly Today Join us to get to know the tourist attractions of Sabzevar city.

Sights of Sabzevar

The distance between Sabzevar and Neishabur is about 117 km and Mashhad is about 248 km. In this way, the journey from Sabzevar to Mashhad takes about three hours by private car. This city, which is located at the foot of the Binalud Mountains, has a moderate climate and is famous for its vineyards and pomegranate gardens. Sabzevar is also an important center of agriculture and industry in Razavi Khorasan.

Sabzevar is an old city with a turbulent history. A city that has seen the cruel rule of the Mongols and the anti-tyrannical movement of Sarbadaran. But in general, Sabzevar is much older than these. The findings of excavations around Sabzevar show that this city dates back to 12 thousand years ago. Therefore, there are many historical monuments in Sabzevar.

In addition, Sabzevar was called Baihaq in the past, which means a good place. The mountains, gardens, rivers and green meadows of this city have given it a clean climate and formed the natural attractions of this city. In the following, we will introduce the most famous sights of Sabzevar in two historical and natural categories; Stay with us. Sabzevar is located at a short distance from Mashhad, so you can also visit during your trip to this city Sightseeing places in Mashhad hit.

Historical places of Sabzevar

Throughout history, Khorasan has witnessed the rise and fall of many dynasties, and various tribes have ruled this land. As an important city in Khorasan, which was located on the Silk Road, Sabzevar has hosted many kings and conquerors during this period. Each of the dynasties has left behind a monument or monument that we know today as the historical places of Sabzevar. Therefore, in the continuation of this article, we will introduce the most important historical attractions of Sabzevar.

Tomb of Hippocrates One of the great doctors and writers of Sabzevar

Perhaps the name of Hippocrates will take you to ancient Greece, but it is good to know that this building is the burial place of Haj Muhammad Hassan bin Muhammad Taqi Sabzevari, nicknamed “Baqarat al-Tulia”, who was one of the great doctors and writers of Sabzevar during the Qajar era. This tomb, which has been registered as one of Iran’s national monuments, is located in Kargar Sabzevar Square.

The appearance of the building is octagonal and has a brick dome. If you look at the architecture around the tomb and pay attention to its columns, you will see the influence of western architecture in it, which was also liked by the Qajar kings.

Address of Hippocrates’ tomb: Razavi Khorasan province, Sabzevar, Bayhaq, between 49 and 51 Bayhaq

Historical Mosque of Sabzevar A brick building left over from history

It is said that the historic mosque of Sabzevar, which is considered one of the sights of Sabzevar, was built in the 8th century after the overthrow of the Ilkhanate government and the rise of Sarbadaran in Sabzevar. Of course, according to some historians, the type of architecture of this building shows that it dates back to the Safavid period. The building of this mosque is brick, and in the past, Friday prayers, celebrations related to holidays, etc. were held in this place. Also, some leaders are buried in this place.

Address of Sabzevar Historical Mosque: Imam Reza Blvd. 49, Bahnar, Sabzevar, Razavi Khorasan Province

Fire temple of Mir Mozafar Watching multi-million-year-old fossils

Mir Muzaffar Fire Temple is another tourist attraction in Sabzevar. This fire temple is built on top of a mountain and at a height of 300 meters from the surrounding roads. Therefore, you must have suitable shoes to visit this building. The path to this fire temple is difficult for the elderly and children. This building is built in the form of four arches with mortar and stone, and you can see several million-year-old fossils on its walls.

Address of Mir Muzafar Fire Temple: Razavi Khorasan Province, Sabzevar, Baba Langar Village

Tomb of Imamzadeh Yahya From the most visited religious places in Sabzevar

This imamzadeh is one of the most frequented religious places in Sabzevar. It is said that this imamzade dates back to the 6th century. Of course, Sani al-Dawlah and Dr. Shariati consider this building to be related to Ghazan Khan’s reign. At first, there were only a few pavilions in this place, but later a porch, minaret, and rooms were added to it. The dome of this imamzadeh is the oldest part, but its tall minarets and large court were added later in the reconstruction.

Address of Imamzadeh Yahya’s tomb: Sabzevar, Silo neighborhood, Central Boulevard, Hamam Hakim St., Bayhaq St.

Sabzevar Jame Mosque Left over from Sarbadaran era

Another sight-seeing place in Sabzevar, which was built during the era of Sarbadaran, i.e. 8th century, is Sabzevar Grand Mosque. This mosque has an area of ​​4,000 square meters, which includes the Qiblah, North, Sahn, Shabestan, and porticoes. The front of the mosque was destroyed during the reign of Reza Shah for changes in the urban structure, and later it was rebuilt by one of the famous architects of the city. Clay tiles and seven-color tiles are used in the decoration of this mosque, which doubles its beauty.

Address of Sabzevar Jame Mosque: Razavi, Khorasan province, Sabzevar, Beyhaq, between taxi route and Beyhaq 31

Squee’s house Garden house in the middle of the village

The Eskui garden house, located in Abarash Sabzevar village, is one of the famous places in Sabzevar. The area of ​​the Escui mansion is 10 hectares. The garden house has a basement, a vestibule, a water tank, a kitchen, a wind farm and a pond, and in the reception area it has living rooms and a reception hall.

The decorations of this building, which dates back to the Qajar period, are very eye-catching. When you visit the Escui house as one of the sights of Sabzevar, enjoy watching the paintings of Hozkhaneh, the plastering of the house’s pillars and the brickwork of the facade of the building. Among the decorative elements of this building, we can mention the brickwork on the facade of the building, the plastering of the column heads, the pool and painting on the plastering of the pool.

Address of Skoi house: 4 km west of Sabzevar city, Abaresh village

The fire temple of the house of the devil A fire temple from the Sasanian period

It is said that the building of this fire temple belongs to the Sasanian period. Khaneh Dev Fire Temple is another tourist attraction in Sabzevar, which has an interesting architecture. The building of this fire temple is located on top of a rocky peak and the path to reach it is very difficult. The four-arched square of Khana Diu is one of the examples of single four-arched square in Iran with a symmetrical four-sided shape.

The address of Khaneh Diu Fire Temple: Khorasan Razavi, Sabzevar, Fashtanq village

Sabzevar glaciers Historical glaciers of the city

Another sight to see in Sabzevar are the historical glaciers of Sabzevar dating back to the Qajar era, and there were more of them in the past. Today, there are only 9 glaciers left, which have a conical appearance and consist of a pool, a domed tank and a long wall.

The glacier is shaded all day and the air inside is cool. Of course, today, parts of the brick walls of the glaciers have collapsed and need restoration. The ice pits have a depth between 5 and 10 meters and a radius of 4 to 6 meters. In winter, the water in the pit freezes, and in other seasons, people used the ice inside the glacier.

Address of Sabzevar glaciers: Sabzevar, Razavi, Khorasan province

Minaret of Sabzevar Mosque Watching beautiful decorations and plastering

It is said that this mosque, of which only a part of the south porch remains today, dates back to the Seljuk period. In general, the architectural style of this mosque is two porches. On the south porch, you can see plaster decorations and inscriptions that tell about the past prosperity and settlement of this place.

Address of Sabzevar mosque minaret: Razavi Khorasan province, Sabzevar, 200 meters from Khosro Shir village

Jafarzadeh house In the list of national works of the country

This house belonged to a wealthy merchant during the Qajar era. The brick building, a large courtyard decorated with a turquoise pond with flower and tree decorations around it, make the atmosphere of this house spectacular. This valuable building was registered in the list of national monuments of the country by Sabzevar Cultural Heritage and Tourism Department on January 11, 2008 with registration number 4571. The Jafarzadeh house was purchased by the Cultural Heritage Organization in order to create a center for the creation and research of traditional arts, and today it is considered one of the sights of Sabzevar.

Address of Jafarzadeh’s house: Khorasan Razavi, Sabzevar, Bayhaq Street, Ne Bam Alley, Haj Agha Fakhr Alley

Eldaghi house A journey in the heart of history

This house also dates back to the late Qajar period. The house has a northern and barband building, and the general spaces of the house include the entrance hall, entrance corridor, courtyard, and the western building on two floors. This house has two entrances, one of which is located in the northeast corner of the yard and enters the yard after passing through a corridor. Another one enters the vestibule of the house from the southern alley and then enters the yard.

Currently, the storage rooms in the eastern part of this house have been converted into a shop and rented out with the permission of its owner. But the rest of the parts of the house are preserved and can be visited. Al-Daghi House was registered as one of Iran’s national monuments on August 8, 2001 with the registration number 5963 and is one of the sightseeing places of Sabzevar.

Address of Al-Daghi House: Razavi Khorasan Province, Sabzevar, Iraq Gate Square, South Ata-ul-Mulk St

Tomb of Amin al-Tjar The combination of colored glass and beautiful stucco

The tomb of Amin al-Tajjar in Mashhad is a family tomb with a unique atmosphere in Sabzevar and is considered one of the famous places in Sabzevar. The tomb building belongs to the Qajar period and has an interesting architecture. Plastering of the wall and ceiling and the colored glass of the windows have given an eye-catching appearance to this building. Amin al-Tajjar of Mashhadi is a good and popular person among the people and has done valuable services for the development of the city.

Address of Amin al-Tajar’s tomb: Sahand Alley, Haj Molla Hadi Sabzevari St., Kargar Square, Sabzevar, Khorasan Razavi

Farmarz Khan Caravanserai A caravanserai made of bricks

This caravanserai is considered to be one of the sights of Sabzevar, which remains from the Qajar period. Farmarz Khan Caravanserai is made of materials such as brick, plaster, sand, lime and wood, and its architectural type is four porches. The courtyard of this caravanserai is open, and at the end of the pavilions overlooking the courtyard, there are halls such as docks, stables.

Address of Faramarz Khan Caravanserai: Razavi Khorasan Province, Sabzevar, West of Kargar Square

Sabzevar natural attractions

Among the most important natural attractions of Sabzevar, we can mention Doshakh Desert, Parvand Protected Area, Afcheng Village and Blash Abad Village. Doshakh desert is one of the largest deserts in Iran, which attracts many tourists with its unique views.

Provand protected area is also the habitat of various plant and animal species and has high ecological importance. Afchang village and Blash Abad village are also suitable destinations for nature lovers with their pristine and beautiful nature. In the following, we will introduce some of the most important natural attractions of Sabzevar.

Berghamd waterfall One of the most beautiful natural attractions of Sabzevar

Berghamd waterfall is one of the most beautiful natural attractions of Sabzevar, which is located 50 km away from this city. This waterfall is located in the heart of Berghamd mountains and its height is about 50 meters. Berghamd waterfall is very beautiful in spring and summer and hosts many tourists. Berghamd waterfall is a gem in the heart of Sabzevar desert and is considered one of the sights of Sabzevar.

Address of Berghamd waterfall: 30 km north of Sabzevar city, Esfrain road

The heights of Bafra | Rock climbing and rock climbing experience

35 km north-east of Sabzevar, in the village of Sarouq, you can visit another sight-seeing place in Sabzevar. The permanent and abundant Befere river is located in the area called Olang Befere on the southern slopes of Joghtai mountains and has several sources. Befareh river passes through many agricultural lands and gardens and irrigates them. From this river, 30 small and big waterfalls are formed in the mountainous parts. The lowest waterfall is 4 meters and the highest is 96 meters. In some of these waterfalls, rock climbing and rock climbing can be done.

Address of Bafre waterfall: 35 km away from Sabzevar, Sarouk village (Daverzen district)

Sheshtamd river Boating experience in Sabzevar

On the northeastern slope of Prince Abulqasem mountain, there is a 35 km Sheshtamed river. Three underground seepage springs named Sarroi, Mian Roy and Qurbanu spring feed this river. Due to the suitability of this river for ecotourism activities such as boating, planned station walks and getting to know the local culture, the tourism plan is going to be implemented around it.

Address of Sheshtamed river: Razavi Khorasan, Sheshtamed city

Lovely river Having fun in the green space and bungalows on the banks of the river

This river, which is considered one of the sights of Sabzevar, is located in Delbar village. A village that has a very graceful name with its unique greenery and freshness. Delbar River starts from the mountain and continues in the green pastures of the village. The green space and bungalows on the edge of the river valley have become the basis for the implementation of the Delbar river tourism project, which is welcomed by many tourists.

Address: Khorasan Razavi, Sabzevar, Delbar village

Afchang village A summer cottage in a mountainous nature

Afchang village is located in Karab district of Sabzevar and is one of the tourist attractions of Sabzevar. This beautiful summer village is surrounded by several mountains and has a mountainous nature. The best time to visit this village is late spring and summer. Of course, you can also go to Afchang in winter and enjoy the snowy and winter scenery.

Afchang village address: Afchang village, Sabzevar city, Central sector, Karab village, Razavi Khorasan province.

Blash Abad village A historical and beautiful village in Sabzevar

Blash Abad is a historical and beautiful village in Sabzevar and is considered one of the famous places in Sabzevar. This village is located in Karab village and is a suitable environment for camping. Blash Abad village is known as Salon Behesht due to its appearance and abundant green nature.

Balash Abad village address: Razavi Khorasan, Sabzevar, 25 km and in the northern part of Balash Abad village, the southern slope of Kamerdang mountain.

Doshakh desert or Sabzevar desert wildlife shelter

One of the sights of Sabzevar is Doshakh desert. To the east of Turan National Park and to the west of Shir Ahmed Wildlife Sanctuary, there is Sabzevar Desert or Doshakh Desert. The land of this desert is covered by salty puffy soils and salt domes can be seen in it. In the central part of this desert, no vegetation can be seen, but on its periphery, plants such as Ashnan and Gaz have grown. Also, various animal species such as wild cat, plain eagle and salamander can be seen in Sabzevar desert.

Address of Kosar Doshakh or Sabzevar Desert: Razavi Khorasan, west of Sabzevar, east of Turan National Park

Shir Ahmad Wildlife Sanctuary Watching all kinds of animal species

This sanctuary with an area of ​​25 thousand hectares is among the sights of Sabzevar. This area was declared as a prohibited hunting area since 1375. The climate of this region is dry and desert, and the temperature difference between day and night is very large.

Among the animals that live in the Shir Ahmad Wildlife Sanctuary are rabbits, lynxes, wild cats, hyenas, wolves, ground squirrels, long-tailed hamsters, Iranian porcupines, white-winged bats, golden eagles, golden eagles, vultures, partridges, harriers, and kings. He named the owl, the night owl, and the swallow.

Watching the ancient history and pristine nature in Sabzevar sightseeing places

Sabzevar, the second largest city of Razavi Khorasan, has many historical and natural attractions. The buildings of this city are several centuries old and show the greatness and glory of the history and culture of this city. Sabzevar also has many natural attractions that provide an opportunity for tourists to enjoy the natural beauty of this area. In general, Sabzevar is a city with rich history and culture and numerous tourist attractions that can be an attractive destination for domestic and foreign tourists. On your trip to Sabzevar, you can find all kinds of accommodation Sabzevar Hotel Book at the cheapest price from Fly Today.

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