Happy TravellerWelcome to Kashmar, a city with a rich history and many legendary stories. Located in the Razavi Khorasan province of Iran, Kashmar is a hidden gem often overlooked in favor of its more famous neighbor, Mashhad. However, this enchanting destination boasts breathtaking landscapes, mouthwatering local cuisine, and a wealth of historical sites and ancient artifacts. Join us as we uncover the many treasures of Kashmar and reveal why this city should be on every traveler’s bucket list.
Kashmar, also known as Kāshmar, is the capital of the Central District of Kashmar County. The city is located near the river Shesh Taraz in the western part of the province, and south of Mashhad, from east to Bardaskan, west to Torbat-e Heydarieh, north to Nishapur, south to Gonabad. Until two centuries ago, this city was named Torshiz. At the 2016 census, its population was 102,282 people in 31,775 households.
Among the historical legends of Kashmar is the Cypress of Kashmar. The Cypress of Kashmar is a mythical cypress tree of legendary beauty and gargantuan dimensions. It is said to have sprung from a branch brought by Zoroaster from Paradise and to have stood in todays Kashmar in northeastern Iran and to have been planted by Zoroaster in honor of the conversion of King Vishtaspa to Zoroastrianism. Kashmar Fire Temple was the first Zoroastrian fire temple built by Vishtaspa at the request of Zoroaster in Kashmar.
Kashmar is the fourth pilgrimage city in Iran and it is the second most pilgrimage city after Mashhad in Razavi Khorasan Province. The city has five higher education centers, including Payame Noor University of Kashmar, Islamic Azad University of Kashmar, Jihad University of Kashmar, Kashmar Higher Education Center and the School of Nursing. Kashmar is a major producer of raisins and has about 40 types of grapes. It is also internationally recognized for exporting saffron and handmade Persian rugs. The main souvenirs of this city are the Kashmar carpet, raisins, grapes, saffron, dried fruits, and the confectionary sohan.
Kashmar carpet is a regional Persian carpet named after its origin, the city of Kashmar, that is produced throughout the Kashmar County. The carpets are handmade and are often available with landscape and hunting designs. The history of carpet weaving in Kashmar dates back to 150 years and the contemporary art of carpet weaving dates back to 1920. However, between 1260 and 1280, mass production of carpets was recorded by historians.
Kashmar boasts a wealth of historical sites and ancient artifacts. The Tomb of Sayyid Hassan Modares is the burial site of Sayyid Hassan Modares, former Prime Minister of Iran. It was built in 1937 in Kashmar, Iran, as opposed to using the former tomb of Kashmar in the vast gardens of Kashmar. The Jameh Mosque of Kashmar, the place where Jumuah is performed, was built in Kashmar in 1791 by Fath-Ali Shah Qajar. The Jameh Mosque of Khalilabad dates back to the Pahlavi dynasty and is located in Khalilabad, Razavi Khorasan Province. The city also has many castles, caves, and watermills, such as Kohneh Castle, Sir Cave, and Talaabad Watermill.
In conclusion, Kashmar is a city with a rich history, breathtaking landscapes, and a wealth of historical sites and ancient artifacts. Whether you’re interested in exploring the city’s legendary stories, sampling its mouthwatering local cuisine, or simply taking in its stunning scenery, Kashmar has something for everyone. So why not add this enchanting destination to
