Rishkhar Village

Rishkhar Village lies in Chapeshlu District, in Miankuh Rural District of Dargaz County, Razavi Khorasan Province. It is about 170 kilometers from the county center and sits at an elevation of 1,700 to 2,800 meters above sea level, making it one of the highest and coldest villages in the region. With its unique natural scenery, fertile fields and pleasant climate, the village has become a popular destination for nature lovers and rural travel enthusiasts.

Rishkhar is known for its traditional architecture with wooden and stone roofs, its unspoiled mountain nature and its rich biodiversity. The surrounding valleys are covered with unique juniper forests and dotted with springs, and are overlooked by the heights of Komas Peak and Hezar Masjed. The people of Rishkhar speak the local Tati language, and carpet weaving, animal husbandry and organic farming are among the village's notable features. The rich local culture, the traditional architecture of the houses and the hospitality of the villagers make the village even more appealing.

To get there, you need to leave the city of Dargaz or Chapeshlu and take side roads and dirt tracks that lead toward the Hezar Masjed heights and the village. The best time to visit is spring and summer, when the landscape is green, the air is cool and nomads are present. Visitors are advised not to leave any litter in nature, to respect the houses and the local way of life, and to stay on marked trails so that they have a responsible and lasting experience.