Masumiyeh Garden and Mansion

The Masumiyeh Garden and Mansion is located in Birjand County, South Khorasan Province. It is one of Iran's national heritage sites and was registered on 5 Tir 1384 with registration number 11943. This beautiful complex consists of a polygonal mansion facing an octagonal pool, set within a lush garden.

The architecture of the Masumiyeh Mansion has striking, distinctive features. The exterior facade is built in crenellated (hareh-chini) brickwork and uses crescent-shaped arches. The interior is designed so that the rooms and spaces connect to one another, allowing the building to be entered from several sides. On its eastern side the mansion overlooks a pool, which adds to its beauty. The garden around the mansion is planted with trees such as pine, apricot, jujube and barberry, and in a region with a fairly dry climate it gives the complex a unique charm.

To reach the Masumiyeh Garden and Mansion, head west from the centre of Birjand; the entrance to the complex is reported to be about 3 kilometres away. The best time to visit is from spring to early autumn, when the weather is mild and the garden is in blossom or bearing fruit. When visiting this attraction, it is important to travel responsibly: do not pick branches or fruit, take your litter with you, and stay on the designated paths so that the vegetation and the historic architecture are not damaged.