Siyasard Recreation Area and Spring

The Siyasard Recreation Area and Spring is one of the best-known natural attractions of Borujen County in Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari Province. It lies about 4 km from the city of Borujen, on the northern slope of Mount Siyasard. With its cool, pleasant air, refreshing spring and beautiful old trees, it has become one of the most popular leisure spots around Borujen. The shade of the thick-trunked trees, the flowing spring water, and the surrounding orchards and garden lanes create a lush, charming setting for resting and strolling. The cool air in the warmer seasons, especially spring and summer, draws many visitors to the area. According to local belief, some of Siyasard's plane trees are around 700 years old, and they play an important part in shaping the natural, distinctive look of this recreation area. Siyasard was designated a national recreation area in 1386 SH (2007), and in recent years it has also been named the model recreation area of Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari Province.

The Siyasard spring rises from water sources beneath Mount Siyasard, and its flow is greater in years of heavy rainfall. Within the recreation area, stone-paved paths and steps, water channels, pools, seating platforms, gazebos and green spaces are set among the massive trees. Facilities for visitors' comfort include a car park, a restaurant, a grocery shop, toilets, drinking water, a camping area and children's play equipment. Other advantages of Siyasard are its proximity to the accommodation and dining options in Borujen and its easy access. The surroundings are covered with orchards, villas and beautiful garden lanes, and the road leading there is itself a favourite route among locals for walking and cycling. In winter, the surrounding mountain and hills, covered in snow, offer good conditions for natural-terrain and amateur skiing and other winter activities. Climbing the Siyasard summit is also a favourite activity of some visitors and climbers in the region.

To reach Siyasard, take the road from Borujen towards Khuzestan and then follow the paved road to the recreation area. The access road runs through orchards and garden lanes and is about 6 km long. Spring and summer, especially the hot days of the year and the Nowruz holidays, are a good time to visit Siyasard and enjoy its cool air, greenery and the shade of its ancient trees. Winter is also appealing for those who enjoy snow and winter recreation. Because the nights are noticeably cold, even in summer, bring suitable warm clothing and equipment if you plan to stay overnight. When visiting, please help keep the natural environment clean and healthy: do not leave litter, damage the trees and vegetation, pollute the spring water, or light fires in unsuitable places.