British cemetery in Qeshm: a relic of the colonial era
The British Cemetery in Qeshm, also known as the Strangers Cemetery, is a historical monument related to the British colonial era in Iran. This cemetery, located in Basaeido village, is the burial place of a number of British soldiers and employees who lived in Qeshm Island during the Qajar era.
History:
The British presence in Qeshm Island dates back to the Qajar era and the signing of the Treaty of Paris in 1857. According to this treaty, the British gained the right to establish a base and deploy troops on Qeshm Island. Following this incident, a number of British soldiers and employees settled in Qeshm with their families.
Details of the cemetery:
Location: The British cemetery is located in Basaeido village, located 135 km from Qeshm city.
Area: This cemetery occupies an area of about 500 square meters.
Number of graves: There are about 20 graves in this cemetery.
Characteristics of the graves: The graves are made simply with marble or stone tombstones.
Navasan: Some tombstones contain information such as the name and date of death of the deceased.
Tourist Attractions:
Visiting the cemetery: As a historical monument, the British cemetery can be attractive for those interested in the history and culture of Iran.
Photography: This cemetery with its special atmosphere and old tombstones creates interesting photography subjects for photographers.
Familiarity with history: Visiting this cemetery provides an opportunity to learn about the British colonial era in Iran and their presence in Qeshm Island.
Important things:
Maintaining cleanliness: As a tourist, you are responsible for maintaining cleanliness and not creating any pollution in the cemetery area.
Respect: Remember that this is the burial place of the deceased and you must respect their privacy.
Knowledge: Before visiting the cemetery, get the necessary information about its history and characteristics.
The British cemetery in Qeshm, as a historical relic and souvenir from the colonial era, can be attractive for tourists and those interested in the history and culture of Iran.
