🏰 Iraj Castle

Iran · Asia · 35.34°N, 51.68°E

Iraj Castle is a fortification built in 4th or 5th century AD in the central region of Ray, Sasanian Empire, near modern-day Asgarabad-e Abbasi, Pishva, Iran. The monument is known for its peculiar design: large defensive walls with embedded rooms and arches, with towers at regular intervals, enclosing a vast empty interior of 190 hectares.

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Quick facts

Country	Iran
Continent / region	Asia
Coordinates (approx.)	35.34°N, 51.68°E · view on map

Iraj Castle is located in Iran, in Asia.

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