Ghazemabad Village

Ghazemabad is a village in Noubaran District of Saveh County, Markazi Province, in Agh Kahriz Rural District. It lies in a mountainous area about 60 kilometers from Saveh, on the road from Saveh toward Hamedan. With its natural scenery, springs of sweet fresh water and extensive orchards, Ghazemabad is considered one of the attractive villages of the area. The village's name is linked to the "ghazema", a tool for digging out ore-bearing rock, smaller than a pickaxe and larger than an adze; in the local dialect the word "ghazem" is said to mean digging. According to the 2006 census (1385 in the Solar Hijri calendar), the village had a population of 354 people in 112 households, and it has facilities such as water, electricity, gas and telephone.

One of Ghazemabad's key features is its orchards and varied farm produce, which include grapes, apples, peaches, plums, walnuts and almonds, as well as grains. The orchards, set beside mountain scenery and fed by springs of fresh water, give Ghazemabad an appealing natural and rural character. The village also has four shrines, called Imamzadeh Nane Hava, Imamzadeh Ahmad, Imamzadeh Ali and Imamzadeh Mokhtar, who are described in sources as descendants of Imam Musa al-Kazim (peace be upon him). Another natural feature of the area is Mount Toofandeh, introduced as the highest mountain of the village, which shapes the mountain landscape of Ghazemabad. The combination of fruit orchards, springs, high ground and religious sites makes it possible to enjoy nature tourism, rural tourism and pilgrimage tourism together in this area.

To reach Ghazemabad, follow the road from Saveh toward Hamedan; after about 60 kilometers you will arrive at the village area. The best time to visit Ghazemabad is spring and summer, when the village orchards are greener and the mountain landscape and springs are at their best. When visiting, it is very important to follow the principles of responsible nature tourism: travellers should avoid damaging trees and orchard crops, polluting the springs and destroying vegetation, and when visiting the shrines they should respect the religious atmosphere and the peace of the residents. Also, on mountain routes and around Mount Toofandeh, pay attention to the conditions of the trail and avoid entering unsafe places.