TEHRAN – Khorasan Razavi’s Chenaran region, where is home to historic Radkan tower, has witnessed a surge in terms of overseas travelers throughout the course of the last couple of months.

TEHRAN – Khorasan Razavi’s Chenaran region, where is home to historic Radkan tower, has witnessed a surge in terms of overseas travelers throughout the course of the last couple of months.

In a recent interview with ISNA, a local official in charge of tourism raised the curtains on tourists’ arrivals, pinpointing the notable influx in inbound travelers’ visits to the region since the very first day of the present Persian year [March 20], compared to the same figure of a year earlier.

“Most foreign tourists choose two routes, Akhlamd and Radkan, for their visits,” Mohammad Taherian-Muqaddam further elaborated. “The Akhlamd route attracts travelers from Persian Gulf littoral states due to the natural attractions, while the Radkan route, with its collection of historical monuments and structures, receives more attention from European tourists.”

Tourists from foreign countries, including Germany, Italy, Belgium, Iraq and China, to name a few, not only visit the historical attractions of this county but also familiarize themselves with the region's customs and traditions, especially local cuisine, music, and handicrafts, by staying overnight in ecotourism accommodations, he continued.

Taherian-Muqaddam further shed light on conducted restoration and renovation projects of historical structures within the county in the course of earlier year.

“Among the well-trodden attractions of Chenaran, we can mention the Radkan Tower, the historical bathhouse and mosque of Radkan city,” he brought to light. “As well as the ecotourism village of Akhlamd and the villages at the foot of the mountains.”

In his concluding remarks, Taherian-Muqaddam underscored that Chenaran county plays host to many tourists every year, and 11 accommodation units are ready to welcome tourists across the region.

Chenaran county is located 50 kilometers away from the holy city of Mashhad.

Radkan Historical Tower, also known as Radkan Citadel, is a prominent historical landmark located in Chenaran county, Iran.

The tower is believed to date back to the Ilkhanid era (1256–1353 CE) and served various purposes throughout its history, including as a defensive fortification, a lookout tower, and possibly astronomical center.

Constructed using traditional methods and local materials, the tower features a unique architectural style characterized by its sturdy mud-brick walls, intricate geometric designs, and strategic placement of windows and openings for ventilation and light.

Today, Radkan Historical Tower stands as a symbol of pride for the local community and attracts visitors from far and wide who come to admire its architectural beauty, explore its historical significance, and immerse themselves in the rich heritage of Chenaran county.

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