Jamshidieh Park

Jamshidieh Park, also known as the Stone Garden, is one of the parks in Tehran, located at the end of Shahid Bahonar Street (Niavaran) with an approximate area of 10 hectares. Jamshidieh Park has four entrances, with the first entrance placing at an elevation of 1,820 meters above sea level, and the higher entrance locating at 2,100 meters. The history of the construction of this park dates back to 1977.

The park was designed by Kamran Diba, a renowned Iranian architect, who also designed the Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art, Niavaran Cultural Center, Student Cultural Center, and Shafaq Park. Jamshidieh Park is bordered by Kolakchal Mountain to the north, Dolat Garden to the south, Jamshidieh Street to the east, and Kolakchal Road to the west. It is located in the northern outskirts of Tehran, nestled in the foothills of the Alborz Mountains, specifically in the western corner of Jamshidieh's water channel, within the embrace of a hidden mountain.

The park was built on the ruins of an old garden. Originally, it was a private garden owned by a man named Jamshid Dolo Qajar. Later, it was handed over to the government for the benefit of the public, and subsequently transformed into a mountainous and rocky park. However, it still preserves the name of its original owner.

Jamshidieh Park offers a unique landscape with rocky formations, cascading waterfalls, and lush greenery. It has become a popular recreational area for locals and visitors alike, providing a peaceful and scenic environment away from the bustle of the city.

Jamshidieh Park has been designed and constructed while preserving the structure of the old garden, in alignment with the geology of the area and the natural rocky landscape surrounding it, and with the intention of maintaining the spirit and characteristics of Iranian gardens. One of the park's features is its lake, adjacent waterfall, and stone fountains, which create a special ambiance. However, perhaps the most important characteristic of Jamshidieh Park's design is the adherence to the principles of garden design and the essence of Iranian gardens, expressed in a newer manner. From the moment you enter the park, these characteristics are evident. The inscriptions on the short black metal gates resemble Persian calligraphy on one hand and modern graphic art patterns on the other, which may not seem directly related to each other.

One of the attractive and significant features of this park is its location at the beginning of the main route to Kalakchal Shelter where some mountaineers choose to conquer the peak. The park offers facilities and amenities such as an amphitheater, a restaurant, and parking. The best time to explore and enjoy the park is perhaps during spring and summer due to favorable weather conditions. However, due to its proximity to Tehran city and easy accessibility, the park can be enjoyable throughout the year. Other attractions near this stone park include Niavaran Palace, Niavaran Garden, and Niavaran Cultural Center.