Sarab Gian

Sarab Gian is located in Hamadan Province, about 18 km southwest of the city of Nahavand and only 2 km north of the ancient Gian Hill. It is considered one of the most beautiful and water-rich springs in Iran. The spring lies in the heart of dense natural forest with ancient plane, oak, beech and hawthorn trees, and is recognized as one of the region's natural tourist attractions. The spring flows at a discharge of 1.5 cubic meters per second and, besides supplying drinking water to the town of Gian, is channeled through four streams to the surrounding villages.

Sarab Gian is known by local names such as "Sarab Jan", meaning the water and spirit of a lush, enchanting place, and in 2008 (1387 SH) it was registered as Iran's 31st National Natural Monument. The history of Sarab Gian goes back to the Parthian era, and remains and traces from that period have been discovered around the area. Naser al-Din Shah Qajar mentioned this area in his travelogue and noted a tomb beside the spring. In 1387 (2008), Sarab Gian was added to the country's natural heritage list as Iran's 31st National Natural Monument. As one of the main nature tourism destinations in Hamadan Province, Sarab Gian offers many attractions for visitors. Recreational activities in the area include walking along forest trails, photographing the natural scenery, and relaxing beside small waterfalls. The area is also especially important as one of the main sources of drinking water for the village of Gian and its surroundings.

There are two routes to Sarab Gian. The first starts in Nahavand and passes through the Dehno and Hosseinabad road to reach the town of Gian. The second starts on the Kermanshah road and, after passing Dehfowl and Barzul, brings visitors to Gian and then to the spring. The best time to visit Sarab Gian is spring and summer, when the weather is mild and the landscape is green. Facilities such as parking, rest platforms and attractive lighting have been provided, and visiting is free for everyone. However, on busy weekends the area is crowded with visitors, so it is best to visit during daylight hours.