Ezhiyeh

Ezhiyeh is one of the historic towns of Isfahan Province and the center of Ezhiyeh District in Harand County. It lies about 75 km east of the city of Isfahan and 25 km from Varzaneh. The town sits at an altitude of 1,480 m above sea level on the edge of the Rudashtin plain, and because the Zayandeh Rud flows through it, it is considered one of the greenest spots in the east of Isfahan Province. Ezhiyeh lies on the route connecting Harand, Varzaneh, Kuhpayeh and Jarqavieh, and thanks to its favorable geographic position it has long been an important natural, cultural and economic hub in eastern Isfahan.

Ezhiyeh dates back to the pre-Islamic era, and the town is home to valuable historic sites such as numerous pigeon towers, the Safavid-era bridge over the Zayandeh Rud, the Aqa Saleh Mosque from the Qajar period, the historic Talejerd Fortress, and the tomb of Banu Hamideh, one of the learned women of her time and a teacher of Sheikh Baha'i. In addition, the shrine of Imamzadeh Seyyed Mohammad, 3 km along the Ezhiyeh–Varzaneh road, is among the most important pilgrimage sites in the region. With its amenities, green space and pilgrims' lodge, it welcomes pilgrims and tourists all year round. Ezhiyeh's location on the route to the international Gavkhouni Wetland has also made it a convenient stopover for travelers exploring eastern Isfahan.

Ezhiyeh is easily reached via the Isfahan–Varzaneh road and the roads linking Harand, Jarqavieh and Kuhpayeh counties. The best times to visit are spring and autumn, when the weather is milder and the banks of the Zayandeh Rud look their most beautiful. When visiting the historic sites, the river, the riverside parks and the natural trails around the town, practicing responsible nature tourism, not leaving litter, protecting historic buildings and respecting the culture and daily life of local people all play an important role in preserving the natural and historic values of the area.