Ganjnameh

Ganjnameh is refered to an ancient inscriptions, waterfall and Tourist Resort Complex that located in the southwest of Hamadan.

Ganjnameh is an area in the southwest of Hamadan which contains ancient inscriptions, a waterfall, and a recreation complex. The pleasant weather, Alvand mountain, Alvand Valley, and an eye-catching plain amaze a large number of tourists. All facilities, such as accommodation, recreational, and sports facilities, are available in Ganjnameh Tourist Resort Complex.

• Ancient inscriptions
   

  These inscriptions were carved in granite in two sections during the Achaemenid Empire under the rule of Darius and Xerxes I. Both inscriptions were carved in the three ancient languages: Old Persian, Neo- Babylonian and Neo-Elamite. During this time, these ancient inscriptions were called by two names: Ganjnameh and Jangnameh. In Persian, Ganjnameh refers to the stories about a treasure. People believed that these inscriptions recited a mystery of treasure. Jangnameh probably refers to the warfare of the Achaemenid kings.
  
  Why did the Achaemenid kings choose this area to carve the inscriptions? The caravans of Darius the Great and Xerxes I passed through this route during the Achaemenid Empire. Also, this road connects Ecbatana, the summer capital of the Achaemenid Empire, to Babylon. Due to this crowded and safe route, the kings of the Achaemenid Empire found there a safe place for carving these inscriptions.

• Translation of the inscriptions
   

  • Darius inscription
    The name of Ahura Mazda belongs to the God who created the earth, the sky, the people, the happiness, and selected Darius as the king. I am Darius, the big king, the king of a land that contains different races. I am the son of Hystaspes.
     
  • Xerxes I inscription
    The name of Ahura Mazda belongs to the God who created the earth, the sky, the people, the happiness, and selected Xerxes I as the king. I am Xerxes I, the only ruler among many rulers, the big king, the king of a land that contains different races. I am the son of Darius.

• Ganjnameh waterfall
   

  This waterfall, with 12 meters, is situated along the route of mountain climbing to the Alvand peak. Even during the Winter, you will find it full of water. The ice cubes in the cold seasons create a marvelous view and amaze a large number of ice climbers.
   

• What is the best time to go?
   

  From late March until early July, the route to Tuyserkan is very spectacular and beautiful. Also, if you are an ice climbing buff, suggest you visit the Ganjnameh waterfall during the Winter.

• Getting there
   

  You can reach Hamadan via private car, train, airplane, and Bus. Ganjnameh is located at the beginning of the Hamadan to Tuyserkan road, 5 kilometers southwest of Hamadan. You can visit the Ganjnameh via the Abbas-Abad road.