Baba Ramazan
Village in Razavi Khorasan, Iran
Baba Ramazan بابارمضان | |
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village | |
| 37°04′46″N 59°26′49″E / 37.07944°N 59.44694°E / 37.07944; 59.44694 | |
| Country |  Iran |
| Province | Razavi Khorasan |
| County | Kalat |
| Bakhsh | Central |
| Rural District | Hezarmasjed |
| Population (2006) | |
| • Total | 273 |
| Time zone | UTC+3:30 (IRST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+4:30 (IRDT) |
Baba Ramazan (Persian: بابارمضان, also Romanized as Bābā Ramaẕān)[1] is a village in Hezarmasjed Rural District, in the Central District of Kalat County, Razavi Khorasan Province, Iran. At the 2006 census, its population was 273, in 69 families.[2]
It is located 48 kilometers from Kalat-e Nader and 190 kilometers from Mashhad, the provincial capital, near the Hazarmasjed Mountains. The villagers speak Turkish and Kurdish. The area thrives on agriculture and tourism. Local dishes include grilled chicken, grilled fish, chelow kebab, abgoosht (a traditional meat stew), ashkeneh kashk (a type of yogurt soup), and herb kuku (a type of Persian frittata).
Geography
A key attraction of the village is the perennial and abundant Layn-e Now (Baba Ramazan) River, which originates from the Hazarmasjed Mountains. After traveling a long path, it reaches Baba Ramazan village and then flows to the city of Hasanabad Layn-e Now, enriching the environment with lush greenery. This village, located in the Central District of Kalat County, has been recognized as the first organic village in Iran and has received an international certification from BCS Germany, the first organic product inspection company in Europe. Below are brief descriptions of some attractions:
Baba Ramazan Waterfall
Located in the village of Baba Ramazan at the foothills of the Hazarmasjed Mountains, this waterfall is also known as Layn-e Now Waterfall. It has a height of 10 meters and a powerful water flow that creates a thunderous sound.
Arghoon Shah Castle
Situated 44 kilometers from Baba Ramazan village, Arghoon Shah Castle dates back to the Ilkhanate era. The historical structure was guarded by towers on either side, the most notable being the Arghoon Shah Tower, a partially conical brick building standing 35 meters above the riverbed of Zharf River.
Population
According to the 2016 National Census, the population of this village was 278 people, comprising 92 households..
Tourist Attractions in Baba Ramazan, Kalat-e Naderi
The primary attraction drawing visitors to Baba Ramazan is its perennial and abundant river. The village is a scenic destination with enticing hiking heights, lush valleys, and roaring rivers. Notable tourist sites include the Sun Palace, Naderi Inscription, Naderi Dam, Arghoon Shah Castle, Artakand Waterfall, Qara Soo Waterfall, and Charm Waterfall.
Best Time to Visit Baba Ramazan
Baba Ramazan has a moderate and mountainous climate, making spring and autumn the best seasons to visit. If you plan to experience local life and enjoy the village's attractions, Uspace, an ecotourism service platform, offers a list of ecotourism accommodations and local homes in Baba Ramazan. This allows you to book the best and most affordable ecotourism stays in Baba Ramazan, Kalat-e Naderi.
See also
References
- ^ Baba Ramazan can be found at GEOnet Names Server, at this link, by opening the Advanced Search box, entering "-3796182" in the "Unique Feature Id" form, and clicking on "Search Database".
- ^ "Census of the Islamic Republic of Iran, 1385 (2006)" (Excel). Statistical Center of Iran. Archived from the original on 2011-09-20.
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