Sheykh Makan Castle
Darreh Shahr County, Iran
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Sheykh Makan Castle, located in Darreh Shahr County in Ilam Province, Iran, is a historical fortification constructed during the Sasanian Empire and later modified in the Qajar period. Built from rubble and plaster, the structure rises to a height of 13.8 meters. The fort blends architectural elements from both its Sasanian origins and subsequent Qajar interventions, reflecting centuries of occupation and adaptation. Recognized as an Iranian National Heritage site since 2003, it stands as a material witness to the region's long military and political history.
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- Type
- castle, cultural property
- Materials
- rubble, plaster
- Heritage
- Iranian National Heritage
- Height
- 13.8 m
- Place
- Darreh Shahr County, Iran
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