Qaenat hosts harvest festivals celebrating barberries, pomegranates
With the end of summer and the arrival of colorful autumn, the season of harvesting strategic crops begins in Qaenat, South Khorasan Province — a land known as the cradle of gold and the red ruby. Although consecutive droughts have brought the breath of the desert soil to the verge of exhaustion, autumn still unfolds its magical hues, captivating the eyes of onlookers.
In Qaenat, this beauty reveals itself through branches adorned with the crimson of barberries and pomegranates, followed by the golden bloom of saffron — sights that enchant both the eye and the soul, chtn.ir wrote.
This year, festivals and ceremonies celebrating the harvest of pomegranates and barberries have been held across various parts of the town. Some villages have already hosted these traditional events, while others are still planning to do so, ensuring that this chain of gratitude continues — an expression of humility and thankfulness for what God has ordained and nature has bestowed.
These ceremonies, often observed as festive gatherings, serve several important purposes and offer meaningful benefits. They provide opportunities for families, friends, and enthusiasts to come together and share joyful moments around a common theme. At the same time, the participation of tour groups from other parts of the province and the country helps showcase the region’s overlooked and undiscovered potential. As part of the nation’s rich cultural and historical heritage, such festivals play a vital role in preserving and passing down local traditions and customs from one generation to the next.
In addition, many participants in these events engage in helping one another — acts that strengthen the spirit of empathy and cooperation within the community. Festivals and ceremonies generally create a lively and positive atmosphere that can reduce stress and enhance collective happiness. These factors highlight the importance and necessity of holding thanksgiving ceremonies in society.
The aforementioned festivals and rituals have been organized over several weeks through the efforts of many dedicated individuals, and they will continue in the coming days. These organizers are skilled professionals with expertise in their respective fields, striving to generate innovative ideas using modern methods and to bring them to fruition — learning from each experience and continually improving quality. They pay close attention to detail, precision, and organization. Teamwork and open dialogue are highly valued, as they believe collaboration enhances both creativity and performance. Fully aware of their social responsibility, they are determined to fulfill it and take pride in the outcomes of their work — qualities that make their efforts trustworthy and commendable.
The meaningful presence of campers and travel caravans in the town for the third time was another valuable opportunity — thoughtfully arranged by the community-minded organizer of the event for this very season. More than 200 camper units and caravans participated across the town and province, their picturesque presence often lining several kilometers of streets and alleys, adding a charming touch to the landscape.
Numerous community-based programs were held as part of these festivals and thanksgiving ceremonies — a testament to the planning, creativity, and dedication of the organizers, particularly the Islamic Councils, rural administrations, and local volunteer teams, in fostering social vitality through these celebrations of gratitude. They even encouraged sports clubs to join the effort by organizing village tours and offering their services, further enriching the festivities with new energy and engagement.