Haji Bekandeh Beach

Haji Bekandeh Beach is one of the most beautiful and best-known beaches on the Caspian Sea in Gilan Province. It lies in Rasht County, within Khushkabijar District, about 32 kilometres from the provincial capital, and stretches along the coastal plain in the north of Gilan. An officially approved nature tourism area of the province, Haji Bekandeh covers nearly 100 hectares. With its sandy shore, nearby rivers and open sea views, it is one of the most important coastal tourism zones in northern Iran. The native villages and traditional activities along the shore shape both the natural and the cultural identity of the area.

Beyond its natural appeal, the area is also important economically and for tourism. Local guesthouses, native-style suites, fresh seafood and farm produce, and a thriving fishing industry have made Haji Bekandeh a busy destination for both domestic and international travellers. Its wide sandy beaches are well suited to beach activities such as beach football and walking, and visitors can also watch traditional fishing and the daily life of the fishermen, which makes for a different kind of experience. The rivers around the area create distinctive natural scenery that adds to the charm of the setting, while the local market for fish and village products rounds out the cultural experience.

Haji Bekandeh Beach is easy to reach by taking the road from Rasht to Khushkabijar and then local village roads, which makes it one of the most accessible beaches in Gilan. The best time to visit is spring and early summer, when the weather is mild, the humidity is tolerable and the lush green landscape is at its best. Responsible tourism matters here: keeping the sand clean, respecting the coastal ecosystem, not damaging the natural vegetation and not leaving litter all help preserve this destination and ensure a more sustainable experience for future visitors.