Cheshme Belghais Garden is one of the most beautiful and eye-catching green gardens in Iran. When you enter it, you feel like you have found a part of paradise. This garden is full of lush and beautiful fruit trees and is listed among the most beautiful gardens in Iran. If you also want to get more acquainted with this piece of paradise in Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad province and even visit it on your next trip, don’t miss the following article from Eligasht Travel magazine. In this article, we intend to take you to Cheshme Belghais Garden in Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad province and provide you with more information about its features.
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Introduction to Cheshme Belghais Garden
Cheshme Belghais Garden is one of the most unique and beautiful Iranian gardens, and there are many stories about its construction. According to popular belief, in Iranian folklore and myths, Belghais symbolizes beauty, and due to the abundant beauty of this garden, it is called Cheshme Belghais. Based on the remains found in Cheshme Belghais garden, it is believed that the history of this garden dates back to the Sassanian era. However, according to documented evidence, this garden was built in the early Pahlavi era. At that time, the people of this region had created many fruit gardens in this area and had planted several fruit trees.
It is said that a person named Eskandarkhan Chorami added trees to this garden and built a pond in the center of these trees and gardens. Over the years, this person has worked on greening and improving the Cheshme Belghais garden to such an extent that for a while, this garden was referred to as the “Bagh-e Iskandariye” (Iskandar’s Garden). The architecture of this garden is slightly different from other Iranian gardens.
In many Iranian gardens, such as the Shazdeh Mahan Garden and other gardens seen in other provinces, a particular symmetry catches the eye. However, due to the fact that each part of Cheshme Belghais garden was built at different times and by different individuals, the architecture and construction of this garden do not exhibit a specific order or symmetry, which has increased its attractiveness.
Entertainment around Cheshme Belghais Garden
This garden is filled with old and beautiful trees that cast shade throughout the garden, creating a perfect environment for picnics and relaxation. The garden has lush greenery and can be an excellent subject for photography. When you reach the central part of the garden, you can find a fountain among the tall, green trees, adding more freshness to the garden. In the fountain area of Cheshme Belghais Garden, there are many pedal boats available for rent. Please note that swimming is strictly prohibited in all parts of the fountain, and no one, regardless of age, should swim in it.
Best time to visit Cheshme Belghais garden
The best time to visit Cheshme Belghais garden is early to mid-spring when the plants and trees inside and around the garden are fresh and vibrant. In summer, the weather in Cheshme Belghais garden is not hot and remains moderate. However, due to consecutive droughts, the plants surrounding the garden turn yellow and dry. In autumn and winter, the garden becomes completely devoid of vegetation due to the cold weather.
Facilities of Cheshme Belghais Garden
Due to the relatively high number of domestic and foreign tourists visiting Cheshme Belghais Garden, some recreational facilities have been provided in the Khouzestan province’s Cheshme Belghais garden, including restrooms, food vendors, and pergolas for family rest. You can also enjoy recreational facilities such as pedal boats in this garden. There are not many restaurants or eateries in this garden, so if you plan to have meals there, make sure to bring your own food and snacks. If you visit this garden with young children, make sure they stay away from the fountain and do not enter the water, as the rescue facilities are limited, and it can be dangerous.
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Where is Cheshme Belghais Garden located?
To reach Cheshme Belghais garden, you need to first reach the Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad province from any city you are in and then go to Choram County in this province. Once you have left Choram County and entered the Choram to Gachsaran road, you should drive for about 5 kilometers to reach this garden. It is possible to access this garden by private cars or taxis within the city of Choram. Currently, there is no bus service to this garden, but individuals can participate in organized tours and visit this garden.
Nearby accommodations to the garden
In the vicinity of this Garden, you cannot find guesthouses, ecotourism lodges, or hotels for accommodation. Many people spend the night in the pergolas of this garden or set up tents nearby. However, camping in this garden is not very safe for families and is not recommended. It is advisable to reach one of the surrounding cities such as Choram, Gachsaran, or Dehdasht before it gets dark and stay in local guesthouses, ecotourism lodges, or rental houses.
Final words
In this article from Eligasht, we got acquainted with one of the most beautiful Iranian gardens, Cheshme Belghais Garden. Some say that this garden was built during the Sasanian era by the order of a lady named Belghais, and according to others, Belghais is a symbol of beauty, and for this reason, this beautiful garden is called Belghais Garden. But the written documents show that this garden was built by the people of the region in the early Pahlavi period. Currently, this beautiful garden has got into drought. However, many people can still travel to this garden in the spring season and enjoy its beautiful nature. If you would like to get acquainted with other attractions of the beautiful Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad province, do not miss the other articles by Eligasht. We appreciate your companionship until the end of another article.
FAQ
- Where is this Garden located?
Cheshme Belghais is located on the Choram-Gachsaran road, 5 kilometers outside of Choram in the Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad province.
- Which era does Cheshme Belghais belong to?
According to some individuals and the ancient artifacts found in this area, it is believed that this garden was built during the Sassanian era. However, many documents indicate that Cheshme Belghais was built during the Pahlavi era.
- What is the best time to visit Belghais Garden?
The best time to visit the Garden is during the spring season when the flowers are in full bloom, and the weather is pleasant. This is when the garden truly comes alive with vibrant colors and fragrant scents.