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The Footprints of Our Ancestors
Samanoo Baraghan - The Root Vow
“The Root Vow” of the 400-Year-Old Ashura Ritual in Burghan
Since this ceremony is accompanied by the baking of Semno and is related to the germination of wheat in its ritual form, the Burghans call this ceremony “The Root Vow.” Given that Semnoi of Burghan is registered in the intangible heritage, this ceremony is included in the group of social customs and traditions, rituals and celebrations related to the lunar year.
According to one of the existing manuscripts, the people of Burghan village, especially the Bekai, Burghani, Shahidi and Karami families, have been holding the “Root Vow” ceremony for many years.
Pristine Nature
Barghan Plum
The fame of Burghan plums in the country has become exemplary, and locals also call them Burghan tomatoes, and in fact, they are a hybrid product that has a special taste and flavor.
The traditional knowledge of processing plums in Burghan is also unique to this village, and due to the uniqueness of the preparation of this product, the Alborz Cultural Heritage Directorate has registered (traditional knowledge of processing) these products.
The harvest of this product begins in mid-August and continues for 2 weeks.
Burghan plums have been registered as intangible heritage.
Intangible Heritage
Gole Berghan Ice Cream
Another product that has been registered as an intangible heritage and enjoys a special reputation is Barghan ice cream. Given that this ice cream is made from fresh milk from sheep flocks, it is known as herd ice cream among the people of Barghan and Taleghan. The registration of Iranian intangible heritage is of particular importance because within this intangible heritage lies the culture and customs of the ancestors.
Hidden Gem in Iran
Baraghan Tourist Village
Do you want to get away from the polluted air and smoke of the city, but you don’t know a suitable place? We have a great suggestion for you. A trip to a magical village called Berghan Village! Let’s experience a beautiful journey together. Fasten your seat belts and get ready for an exciting tour.
On the southern slopes of the Alborz Mountains, between the Shahroud and Sanj rivers, a green gem is hidden. The beautiful village of Berghan is the same green gem that may have been hidden from many of us. It is enough to go 13 kilometers away from Karaj to reach this beautiful and pleasant area.
We all think that we should not expect many tourist attractions from a village. But Berghan Village has proven the opposite. Lush gardens, towering plane trees, clear rivers, historical monuments with the footprints of our ancestors, and delicious local foods are just some of the attractions of the beautiful village of Berghan.
Delicious and fresh
Local food
The best part of traveling and tourism is enjoying delicious local cuisine.
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The land of plums
Green tomatoes, prunes, plums, summer fruits, berries, hazelnuts, dried fruits, etc. are some of the delicious foods that will draw you in and you will be completely defenseless against them.
