Prophet Khaled Bin Sanan (Khaled Nabi) is located on top of the Tangary (God) hill (721 m) in Gojehdaaq (Jorjan) mountains, 56 Km North of the city of Kalaleh in Torkamansahraa, which is a touristy and complex of pilgrimage.  

 

 

There are some other attractions in this site such as Choopan Aghaa’s tomb - Khaled Nabi’s servant - an ancient cemetery and special cylindrical shaped tombstone on the hill, Kezr spring used as healer, located on the highest hill surrounded by Godje Daq mountains, plains and farms around, has made a special natural and Eco touristy attraction, specially in spring, with historic features, attracts lots of tourists, researchers and pilgrims.

There is a special feature about this ancient cemetery which is the shape of the tombstones! The tombstones in this site are cylindrical and have been shaped just like the outer sex organ of men back to thousands years ago! Some of these gravestones are pointed towards the sky and some others towards the earth. It is believed by some people that the tombstones which are towards the sky are symbols of fertility of the sky and rain, and those that towards the earth are the symbols of the fertility of the ground and growing plants. Some others think that the shapes of the tombstones show that the dead ones are either male or female. However, prophet Khaled’s tomb is a holly place specially for the locals of Torkaman who walk barefoot to honor this pilgrimage. They cook Chektermeh which is a special cuisine and served as a handout. Khaled Nabi’s tomb is located at: E055, 24.708, N37,44.543, h720 m.

The best season to enjoy the nature in this area is in the first and the second months of spring. You can also visit the highest brickwork dome called Gonbad-e-Kabous in the city called Gonbad too, Ashooradeh Island, Incheboroon border market, Voshmgir dam and Minoodasht forests. You can also enjoy the cuisines, its culture and wearing traditional clothes to take photos.

 

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