Bostan Abad (بستان آباد ) (Bostānābād ) is a major city in the East Azerbaijan province of Iran. It is located to the south east of Tabriz, the capital of the province. Mohammad Hossein Behjat Tabrizi commonly known as Shahriyar is one of the most famous poets of Bostan Abad. Some people of Bostan Abad believe Ujan old ancient city is buried in this city.
Bostanabad is located 55 kilometers far away from Tabriz. the town was built on the site of the old city Ojan which was disappeared and its name was mentioned in most books of history since the sixth century AH.Ojan was the summer capital of the Moguls, which was completely destroyed later on due to various events. From the many historical nad natural valuable places in the district of Bostanabad, one can mention the following : Quory gueol Lake which is one of the most beautiful leisure places of the province, and one of the natural shelters for many migrant birds. Warm Water Spring which is located near the main road between Tabriz and Tehran Aq Bolaq Cave which is located south to Qara chaman.
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