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Iran's Birjand First Jujube Producer in World

The jujube, known as "Red Pearl", is produced in Birjand the capital of the Iranian province of South Khorasan province in eastern Iran. This province, with allocating 98 percent of the cultivated area to the fruit, is considered the first jujube producer in the country and in the world.

Barberry and Saffron Call Tourists to Eastern Iran

With the start of the harvest season for barberry and saffron, South Khorasan province is host to tourists visiting Iran.

Handicrafts of Birjand - Iran

Chenesht, A Colorful Village East of Iran

Located 60 kilometers to the southeast of Birjand in South Khorasan province, east of Iran, Chenesht Village is one of the most enchanting villages of Iran in view of its green grassy environment.

Birjand; City of Castles - Iran

There are over 20 castles, citadels and fortresses in South Khorasan province. The main reason is because it has always been a strategic region for the central government. Soldiers were trained and prepared to fight invaders. This is the reason why there are also many “Zour-khaneh” or traditional gymnasiums in the region. The sport itself called “Varzesh-e Bastani” (which means ancient sport) is still quite popular. We went to one of them to take look and learn more.

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