Ezghad Village

Ezghad Village is located in Razavi Khorasan Province, within the area of Torqabeh and Shandiz County, about 25 km west of Mashhad and 20 km from the town of Torqabeh. This summer pasture village lies on the northern slopes of the Binalud Mountains, and thanks to its mountain location it enjoys a cool, pleasant climate. Ezghad, also known in the local dialect as "Zaghi", is considered one of the oldest settlements in the region. Its historic fabric, mountain scenery and setting in a lush green valley have made it one of the most notable tourist villages around Mashhad.

Besides its stunning scenery, the village is also of great historical importance. It contains valuable monuments such as the Ezghad Jame Mosque, dating from the Timurid period, the village's old bathhouse, and historic cemeteries with ancient inscribed stones. The village's terraced architecture, built with local materials such as stone and mud brick, gives it an authentic, traditional character. In addition, its lush gardens, natural springs and varied vegetation, including medicinal plants such as pennyroyal (poneh), chamomile (babuneh) and Hypericum (gol-e par), make the area an attractive destination for nature lovers and those interested in rural tourism. The ancient trees and the surrounding valleys also add to the natural and ecological value of the village.

Ezghad Village can be reached via the Mashhad–Torqabeh road and then the side road to Hesar-e Golestan Village; after about 18 km along a mountain road, you arrive at the village. The best time to visit is spring and summer, when nature is at its greenest and the mountain air makes for pleasant conditions for exploring. Following the principles of responsible nature tourism, including keeping the environment clean, respecting the village's historic fabric and not over-harvesting medicinal plants, plays an important role in preserving this valuable natural and cultural heritage.