Atashgah Castle - Kashmar
Tourist Attraction

Atashgah Castle

in Kashmar city | Khorasan Razavi province
Tourist Attraction

Atashgah Castle

Related to Kashmar city (Khorasan Razavi Province)
Also known as: Atash-gaah Castle, Kashmar Castle
Atashgah Castle - Kashmar
Atashgah castle is located 12km north west of Kashmar city in Khorasan Razavi Province. This castle was built by the Sasanian government and it was famous in ancient times. Evidence shows that this castle was important in its time. Nearby the fire-temple, a large cave exists, near the entrance of which a statue of a mounted soldier with a sword is noted. This is an historical remnant belongs to the Sassanian era.
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Atashgah Castle - Kashmar
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