Tourist Attraction

Bastam Castle, Qarah Ziyaedin

in Khoy city | West Azerbaijan province
Tourist Attraction

Bastam Castle, Qarah Ziyaedin

Related to Khoy city (West Azerbaijan Province)
This fort dates to 7th century BC. and is located in the village of Qarah Ziyaedin. The said fort has been constructed in three places within a duration of 50 years. Built with strong stony walls, at the top of a high rock, it overlooks the surrounding area. The fort has three storeys.
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