Nournews: Banjār, located in the northern part of Sistan and Baluchestan and adjacent to the Sistan Plain, has long been considered one of the region’s key agricultural and environmental centers due to its unique geographical location.
The city has a hot and dry climate, yet in the past, thanks to its proximity to the Helmand River and surrounding wetlands, it enjoyed fertile lands and rich vegetation. Agriculture, livestock breeding, and local handicrafts—such as Baluchi needlework—form the main pillars of the people’s livelihood.
Notable sights and attractions of Banjār include:
The Helmand River and its surrounding wetlands
The Sistan Plain, with its natural and historical landscapes
Scattered ancient remains around the city (relics of Sistan’s ancient civilizations)
Palm groves and farmlands of the region
Local culture and traditional rituals of the Sistani people
Banjār is an old and indigenous city in northern Sistan and Baluchestan, where history, nature, and local culture blend together. It is recognized as one of the important settlements of the Sistan Plain.
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