Cheshmeh-Ali Archaeological Site
Ancient spring and archaeological site near Tehran
In Tehran's Rey district, Cheshmeh‑Ali is a historic spring and park with ancient reliefs and a stepped pool, visited for archaeology and weekend recreation.
Cheshmeh-Ali at a Glance#
Address: Cheshmeh-Ali Park area, Rey district, Tehran province
About Cheshmeh-Ali#
Cheshmeh-Ali is a historic spring and small archaeological-park site located in the older district of Rey on the southern outskirts of Tehran province.
The site combines a natural spring, an ornamental pool area and archaeological remains and has been a local focal point for settlement and ritual use for many centuries. It contains rock-cut features and traces of occupation from pre-Islamic and later periods that attract both local visitors and researchers.
The spring and pool were developed and used historically as part of the larger settlement of Rey and its associated waterworks and leisure areas. The location has been visited for its antiquities as well as for the spring itself.
Cheshmeh-Ali sits in the historic city of Rey (Shahr-e Rey), on the southern edge of the modern Tehran metropolitan area, and is accessible from Tehran by road.
How to Get to Cheshmeh-Ali#
From central Tehran, take taxi or metro to Rey (the Metro Line 1 southern stations); from Rey station a short taxi ride or local bus brings visitors to Cheshmeh-Ali. The site is within the Rey district and easy to reach as a day trip from central Tehran.
Tips for Visiting Cheshmeh-Ali#
- Combine a visit with Rey (Shahr-e Rey) to see multiple historic sites in one trip.
- Access can be crowded-visit early morning to photograph the spring and terraces without many people.
Best Time to Visit Cheshmeh-Ali#
Spring and autumn are the most pleasant times: the site is in the Tehran metropolitan area and is best enjoyed outside the summer heat and winter chill.
Weather & Climate near Cheshmeh-Ali#
Cheshmeh-Ali's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 0°C to 36°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 0° - 8° | 2° | 37 mm | partly cloudy | 58% | 2.1 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.9h |
| February | Good | 2° - 10° | 4° | 32 mm | partly cloudy | 55% | 2.2 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.8h |
| March | Good | 6° - 15° | 10° | 39 mm | partly cloudy | 50% | 3.2 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.8h |
| April | Excellent | 12° - 22° | 17° | 23 mm | partly cloudy | 48% | 3.1 m/s | 1.5 very high | 13.0h |
| May | Ideal | 16° - 27° | 22° | 16 mm | some cloud | 38% | 3.0 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.9h |
| June | Ideal | 21° - 33° | 27° | 5 mm | clear | 25% | 3.2 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 14.4h |
| July | Ideal | 24° - 36° | 30° | 2 mm | mostly sunny | 23% | 3.0 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 14.1h |
| August | Ideal | 23° - 35° | 29° | 2 mm | clear | 23% | 2.8 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.3h |
| September | Ideal | 19° - 30° | 25° | 3 mm | clear | 28% | 2.5 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.3h |
| October | Excellent | 13° - 23° | 18° | 19 mm | mostly sunny | 41% | 2.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.2h |
| November | Very Good | 7° - 16° | 11° | 24 mm | some cloud | 54% | 2.0 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.2h |
| December | Good | 2° - 10° | 5° | 30 mm | some cloud | 59% | 1.7 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.7h |
