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Bostan

Bostan

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A place name for several towns or villages in the Middle East, for example in Iran and Afghanistan
  • proper noun
translation icon : Bostán
  • After moving to Bostan, she quickly adapted to the local customs and traditions.

Examples

  • The ancient ruins near Bostan attract historians and tourists alike.

  • Bostan is beautiful.

  • They drove to Bostan for the annual market that draws villagers from the region.

  • I visited Bostan in Iran last summer.

  • Stannard drove down to Bostan in his own car and stayed with his in-laws.

  • The village of Bostan in Afghanistan is known for its beautiful landscapes.

  • I visited Bostan during my trip to Iran and enjoyed the local culture.

Surface Forms

Bostan main

Etymology

Bostan comes from the Persian word bustan, which means 'garden' or 'orchard'. So places called Bostan were likely seen as garden towns or places with good soil, which explains why several towns and villages in the Middle East have this name.