Khorashad Village

Khorashad Village is one of the attractions of South Khorasan Province. It lies about 24 kilometres southeast of Birjand, in the heart of the Baqeran mountain range. With its green valley and mild mountain climate, the village offers a pleasant setting for short outings and for relaxing in the middle of nature. The name "Khorashad" comes from the Pahlavi language and means "the place where the sun rises." The name reflects the village's location at the head of an east-west valley, which ends in the Baqeran mountains to the east and the Khorashad plain to the west. For this reason, the local people believed that the sun shone first on this village.

Khorashad has a long history, and pre-Islamic remains can be seen here, including a Zoroastrian cemetery, castles and underground tunnels. The villagers mainly work in farming, orchard growing (especially walnuts and mountain fruits), and handicrafts such as carpet weaving, kilim weaving and towel weaving. Khorashad is known as the "Global Village of Tubafi" for its art of towel weaving, and visitors can get to know the local culture and crafts.

To reach Khorashad, simply head southeast from Birjand and drive about 24 kilometres. The road is paved, and you can visit by private car or taxi. The best time to visit is spring and summer, when the orchards and the valley are green and the mountain air is at its most pleasant. Practising responsible nature tourism is essential to preserve this area for future generations. This means respecting the environment, not leaving litter, and protecting the orchards and the natural surroundings.