The historical village of Esfak: a journey into the depths of history in the heart of the desert
The historical village of Esfak, an unknown gem, is located in the heart of the desert, in South Khorasan province. This village, which dates back to the Achaemenid period, is known as one of Iran’s tourist attractions with its traditional architecture, historical castle, silent spring, pristine nature and warm-hearted people.
A long time ago:
Antiquities: The existence of antiquities such as ancient hills and old cemeteries around the village indicates its ancient age.
Discovered coins: The coins discovered in this area date back to the Achaemenid and Sasanian periods.
Architecture:
Bom Avard materials: The houses of Isfahak village are built with Bom Avard materials such as clay and mud, which helps to maintain cool air in summer and pleasant heat in winter.
Decorations: Brick and tile decorations on the facade of some houses have given them a special beauty.
Central courtyard: The central courtyard in most houses is a space for residents to gather and relax.
Historical castle:
Strong Fortress: The historical fortress of Isfahak village is a strong fortress with a tower, a rampart, and a long fence, which was used in the past to defend the village against enemy attacks.
Different parts: The fort has different parts like stables, barracks, water tanks and observation points.
Restoration and renovation: The historical castle of Esfak has been restored and renovated in recent years and is visited as one of the tourist attractions of the village.
Lal Spring:
Natural scenery: Cheshme Lal is located among the mountains and has very beautiful natural scenery.
Clear water: The water of this spring is clear and clear and has healing properties.
Calm atmosphere: The calm and cool atmosphere of this area has made it a suitable place for rest and relaxation.
