Shokat-Abad is one of the biggest historical gardens of Birjand, South-Khorasan province. The history of this complex dates back to Qajar era. The magnificent Shokat-Abad garden and the beautiful mansion in the middle reveal the artistry of the Qajar periodic architects. This complex includes watch towers, high entrance doors to the main building, the basement, the mansion, the garden, the stables and the service spaces. The trees in the garden complex consist of pomegranate, apple, pear and other decorative trees like cypress, aspen and pine trees. In general, the buildings of Shokat-Abad Garden are dense and built on the southern and eastern sides of the garden. The south side of the complex has separate rooms and has services for the residents of the garden. Another interesting feature of this building is the identification of the interior spaces which the connection is made through corridors and rooms. Parts of the garden are decorated with flowers that look eye-catching. Also the architecture used in the construction of this mansion is arched and tidy, and the rooftop ceiling of some rooms suggests the architecture of the warm and dry area. Part of this garden is used as a museum of natural history and wildlife in Birjand and another part has been changed to the traditional restaurant. You can book your tour through Alaedin Travel. This agency will give you a magical atmosphere during your trip.
