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Tourist Attraction

Kooh Sangy Fire Temple

in Isfahan city | Isfahan province
Tourist Attraction

Kooh Sangy Fire Temple

Related to Isfahan city (Isfahan Province)
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The said fire-temple can be considered as one of the most ancient historical heritages of Esfahan. It is located at a short distance from the Zayandeh Rood, and distinctly draws ones attention in being outstanding in the western plains of Esfahan. Above the Kooh Sangy is a round and large clay brazier with a number of crevices. From where the fire was lighted even at the highest point of this vicinity and was capable of being seen even at a great distance. The walls of the fire-temple is a kind of platform, gradually beginning at the base and regaining a vast area in the upper portion, thus providing space for various rituals.
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