Top-Rated Fire Temples in Iran 2024 - Iran Travel and Tourism

Naqsh-e Rostam
in Marvdasht City

Naqsh-e Rostam

Naqsh-e Rustam (Naqsh-e Rostam) is an impressive necropolis that stands as a reminder of the once famous and powerful Persian Achaemenid Empire, which thrived between 500 BC and 330 ... MORE

Naqsh-e Rustam is an ancient necropolis, located in the village of Zangi-Abad, to the north of the city of Marvdasht in Fars province. This ancient site which is in a 6 km distance from Persepolis (Takht-e Jamshid), has been a home to ancient Iranian rock reliefs from Elamite, Achaemenid, and Sassanid periods. It lies a few hundred meters from Naqsh-e Rajab, with four further rock reliefs, three of them celebrating kings and one a high priest.

Palace of Ardashir-e Babakan
in Firooz Abad (Firuzabad) City

Palace of Ardashir-e Babakan

city: Firooz Abad (Firuzabad)

The palace of king Ardashir I, the founder of the Sasanian Empire, was built opposite the city he had founded, Ardashir Khureh ("fame of Ardashir"). Although one had to cross a river, ... MORE

The Castle of Ardeshir-e Babakan (Palace of Ardashir Papakan), also known as the Atash-kadeh, built in 224 AD by Ardashir I, is a castle located on the slopes of a mountain which Ghaleh Dokhtar is also situated on.

Bandian Archaeological site
in Dargaz (Daregaz) City

Bandian Archaeological site

city: Dargaz (Daregaz)

The Bandian fire temple or Bandian Site-Museum (Archaeological site) is a Sassanid era sanctuary and temple where zoroastrians during the sassanids dynasty practiced their rituals ... MORE

The Bandian Fire Temple is an archaeological site near Dargaz in Razavi Khorasan Province near the medieval city of Abiward. The primary excavations were carried out to reveal precious remains of art and architecture of the pre-Islamic Iran, dating from the Sassanian period (224-651 AD) when the archaeological significance of Bandian was recognized.

Tall-e Takht
in Marvdasht City

Tall-e Takht

city: Marvdasht

The Tall-i Takht Citadel is an enormous unfinished platform built to one side of a natural hillock. It was probably built during the reign of Cyrus the Great but was abandoned after ... MORE

At the northeastern end of Pasargadae is the citadel, called Tall-e Takht, "throne hill". It probably dates to the reign of Cyrus the Great (r.559-530), although it may also be a bit older than Pasargadae itself.

Espeyeh Mosque (Espi mazget)
in Talesh (Hashtpar) City

Espeyeh Mosque (Espi mazget)

city: Talesh (Hashtpar)

Espeyeh Mosque (Masjed-e Sefid or White Mosque) is situated near the Dinachal Village (Near Talesh in Gilan Province) and amongst its remains are the signs of plaster work and an inscription ... MORE

Espeyeh Mosque (Masjed-e Sefid or White Mosque) is situated near the Dinachal Village (Near Talesh in Gilan Province) and amongst its remains are the signs of plaster work and an inscription in the Kufic script revealing its long history. The Espeyeh Mosque is the oldest in Gilan, and due to the passage ...

Bahram fire temple
in Ray (Rey) City

Bahram fire temple

city: Ray (Rey)

Bahram Fire Temple (Rey Fire Temple or Mil Hill) dates back to the Sasanian Era and is located in Ray City (Shahr-e-Rey). 12 kilometers South East of Rey city toward Varamin, on the ... MORE

Bahram Fire Temple (Rey Fire Temple or Mil Hill) dates back to the Sasanian Era and is located in Ray City (Shahr-e-Rey). 12 kilometers South East of Rey city toward Varamin, on the high hills of Ghal'eh Noe Village, there remains the ruins of the palace or the fire temple. This fire temple is ...

Nushijan Citadel (Noushijan Tappe)
in Malayer City

Nushijan Citadel (Noushijan Tappe)

city: Malayer

Nushijan Citadel (Nooshijan Fire Temple or Noushijan Tappe) lies 20km northwest of Malayer and 60 kilometers away from Hamadan in Hamedan Province, in the district of Shurkat. In ... MORE

Nushijan Citadel (Nooshijan Fire Temple or Noushijan Tappe) lies 20km northwest of Malayer and 60 kilometers away from Hamadan in Hamedan Province, in the district of Shurkat. In this region three cycles of civilizations have been distinct. The first of which being in the second half of the 8th to ...

Mil Milooneh Fire Temple
in Mahallat City

Mil Milooneh Fire Temple

city: Mahallat

In the midst of agricultural land to the west of Nimvar City near Mahallat in Markazi Province, is a column compiled of minute stones, cemented together by mortar. This column is to ... MORE

In the midst of agricultural land to the west of Nimvar City near Mahallat in Markazi Province, is a column compiled of minute stones, cemented together by mortar. This column is to a height of 7-8 m. and reveals the indications of a quadrangular structure which was used to be a fire temple. This is ...

Atashkooh Fire Temple
in Mahallat City

Atashkooh Fire Temple

city: Mahallat

Atashkooh Fire Temple (Also known as Chahartaghi Nimvar) is located near the Nimvor Fire Temple (Atashkadeh) Village, and dates to the Sassanide period. The structure consisted of ... MORE

Atashkooh Fire Temple (Also known as Chahartaghi Nimvar) is located near the Nimvor Fire Temple (Atashkadeh) Village, and dates to the Sassanide period. The structure consisted of cylindrical stony columns (supporting the ceiling). Besides which there were covered chambers and a porch that was the location ...

Atashgah (Zoroastrian Fire Temple of Isfahan)
in Isfahan City

Atashgah (Zoroastrian Fire Temple of Isfahan)

city: Isfahan

The Fire Temple of Isfahan (Atishgah or Atashgah) is the local name for a Sassanid-era archaeological complex (Zoroastrian Fire Temple) situated on a rocky mound that rises 86 meters ... MORE

The Fire Temple of Isfahan (Atashgah-e Esfahan) is a Sassanid era archaeological complex located on a hill of the same name (Atashgaah) about 8km west of city center of Isfahan.

Ancient Ray (Shahr-e-Rey)
in Ray (Rey) City

Ancient Ray (Shahr-e-Rey)

city: Ray (Rey)

The ancient relics in the surrounding area of current Ray (Shahr-e-Rey) are remnants from the pre and post Islamic era. As an example we may point out the Tabrak Castle (Cheshmeh Ali), ... MORE

The ancient relics in the surrounding area of current Ray (Shahr-e-Rey) are remnants from the pre and post Islamic era. As an example we may point out the Tabrak Castle (Cheshmeh Ali), the center of Saljuqi city, the Naqareh Khaneh Tower (Naghare-Khane), Chal Tarkhan, the castle and rampart of Ray, ...

Chahar Ghapi Fire Temple
in Qasr-e Shirin City

Chahar Ghapi Fire Temple

city: Qasr-e Shirin

Ghaharghapi (Charghapi) is a historical monument of the Sassanide era in Qasr-e-Shirin. It was constructed of stone and gypsum and was counted as one of the largest fire temples of ... MORE

Ghaharghapi (Charghapi) is a historical monument of the Sassanide era in Qasr-e-Shirin. It was constructed of stone and gypsum and was counted as one of the largest fire temples of the Sassanid period. The fire temple has a square shaped chamber in the center with a domed ceiling, which closely resembles ...

Karkooy Fire Temple
in Zabol City

Karkooy Fire Temple

city: Zabol

Karkooy Fire Temple (Also known as Karkousha or Karkoo) is located in Karkooy or Karkouyeh Village (Hirmand County) at a distance of 25 km from Zabol, in the middle of marshy lands ... MORE

Karkooy Fire Temple (Also known as Karkousha or Karkoo) is located in Karkooy or Karkouyeh Village (Hirmand County) at a distance of 25 km from Zabol, in the middle of marshy lands of Sistan, and close to Iran/Afghanistan borders. Its special features and architectural design reveal the fact that the ...

Sassanid Fire Temple of Natanz
in Natanz City

Sassanid Fire Temple of Natanz

city: Natanz

Sassanid Fire Temple is located near the Natanz mosque and is amidst a platform which is at an elevation of 2m from ground level. Only two of its four ceilings that connected the ... MORE

Sassanid Fire Temple is located near the Natanz mosque and is amidst a platform which is at an elevation of 2m from ground level. Only two of its four ceilings that connected the structure to the dome made of stone remain. The main structure was constructed of stone slabs coated with gypsum. The main ...

Gonabad Fire Temple
in Gonabad City

Gonabad Fire Temple

city: Gonabad

These fire-temples (Atashkadeh Gonabad or Gonaabaad Fire Temple) located in Geysoor as well as other parts of the township of Gonabad and date back to the Achaemenian period. Near ... MORE

These fire-temples (Atashkadeh Gonabad or Gonaabaad Fire Temple) located in Geysoor as well as other parts of the township of Gonabad and date back to the Achaemenian period. Near this fire-temple are ancient forts such a Dokhtar-e-Shoorab and Gabr-e-Peeran Veiseh and Pashan which belong to the eras ...

Peer Harisht Fire Temple
in Ardakan City

Peer Harisht Fire Temple

city: Ardakan

This shrine is located at a distance of 15 km. in the Ardakan Road and is on the skirt of low lying mountains. Several rest houses and three water reservoirs have been built near this ... MORE

This shrine is located at a distance of 15 km. in the Ardakan Road and is on the skirt of low lying mountains. Several rest houses and three water reservoirs have been built near this shrine. The Zoroastrians visit this region and stay there on (Farvardin 18th) or 7th April annually.

Bazeh Hoor Fire Temple
in Mashhad City

Bazeh Hoor Fire Temple

city: Mashhad

There is a fire-temple in the village of Robat Sefid (Mashad) and most probably this square shaped structure dates back to the Sassanian Dynasty. MORE

There is a fire-temple in the village of Robat Sefid (Mashad) and most probably this square shaped structure dates back to the Sassanian Dynasty.

Chak Chakoo Fire Temple
in Ardakan City

Chak Chakoo Fire Temple

city: Ardakan

It is a place located amongst the mountains of Ardakan and Anjireh (on the way to Tabas) which is at a distance of 46 kilometers from Yazd. Chak Chakoo has its name for the water dripping ... MORE

It is a place located amongst the mountains of Ardakan and Anjireh (on the way to Tabas) which is at a distance of 46 kilometers from Yazd. Chak Chakoo has its name for the water dripping from the stone-cut mountains. This vicinity has suitable accommodation for pilgrims.

Kheir Abad Fire Temple
in Dehdasht (Kohkiluyeh) City

Kheir Abad Fire Temple

city: Dehdasht (Kohkiluyeh)

This relic is located on the right side of the Dehdasht - Behbahan Road, and to the left of the Kheir Abad River and is related to the Sassanide era. This construction is known as ... MORE

This relic is located on the right side of the Dehdasht - Behbahan Road, and to the left of the Kheir Abad River and is related to the Sassanide era. This construction is known as the Kheir Abad Fire Temple. It is a square shaped structure and has been made of plaster and slabs of stone. It has four ...

Dareh Shahr Fire Temple
in Dareh Shahr City

Dareh Shahr Fire Temple

city: Dareh Shahr

There is a fire-temple in the city of Dareh Shahr which is a four-arched building which is locally called Taaq. Originally the building was constructed by rubble stone and gypsum, ... MORE

There is a fire-temple in the city of Dareh Shahr which is a four-arched building which is locally called Taaq. Originally the building was constructed by rubble stone and gypsum, and has recently been repaired.

Sassanide Grand Fire Temple
in Firooz Abad (Firuzabad) City

Sassanide Grand Fire Temple

city: Firooz Abad (Firuzabad)

At the distance of 30 km. south of Firooz Abad, there are the ruins of a monument which probably used to be the greatest aggregate of fire-temples of the Sassanide era. The exterior ... MORE

At the distance of 30 km. south of Firooz Abad, there are the ruins of a monument which probably used to be the greatest aggregate of fire-temples of the Sassanide era. The exterior wall is 85 m. long and 40 m. wide. Inside the fortification, where the fire-temples and residences of Zoroastrian priests, ...

Firooz Abad Fire Temple
in Firooz Abad (Firuzabad) City

Firooz Abad Fire Temple

city: Firooz Abad (Firuzabad)

It was made of well-carved stones on a large foundation, upon which the fire temple was situated. On the top of this structure a dome was placed overlooking the city. At present only ... MORE

It was made of well-carved stones on a large foundation, upon which the fire temple was situated. On the top of this structure a dome was placed overlooking the city. At present only the tower has been remained.

Dogoor-e-dopa stone columns
in Dogonbadan (Gachsaran) City

Dogoor-e-dopa stone columns

city: Dogonbadan (Gachsaran)

Dogoor-e-dopa stone columns (Dogour-e Dopa Fire Temple) is located in the agricultural lands around the Susa Village of Gachsaran (Shoosh Village). It has two pillars that are very ... MORE

Dogoor-e-dopa stone columns (Dogour-e Dopa Fire Temple) is located in the agricultural lands around the Susa Village of Gachsaran (Shoosh Village). It has two pillars that are very high and are known as Goordopa. According to a narration these two pillars are the remnants of a fire temple belong to ...

Kooh Sangy Fire Temple
in Isfahan City

Kooh Sangy Fire Temple

city: Isfahan

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 ... MORE

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 ...

Dar Mehr Fire Temple
in Yazd City

Dar Mehr Fire Temple

city: Yazd

The Zoroastrian fire temples come under three categories in terms of importance: Dadgah fire that is lit at residence and has no consecration ceremony. It is lit by the Zoroastrian ... MORE

The Zoroastrian fire temples come under three categories in terms of importance: Dadgah fire that is lit at residence and has no consecration ceremony. It is lit by the Zoroastrian priests, but ordinary people could light it too.

Varharam (Bahram)
in Yazd City

Varharam (Bahram)

city: Yazd

This monument which is listed as one of the Yazd's architectural works has been built by Yazd's Zoroastrian and Indian Parsis under Mr. Arbab Jamshid's supervision and Guardianship, ... MORE

This monument which is listed as one of the Yazd's architectural works has been built by Yazd's Zoroastrian and Indian Parsis under Mr. Arbab Jamshid's supervision and Guardianship, in 1934. The main building is amidst a large courtyard and on a height. The fire is located in a container higher than ...

Other Fire Temples and Zoroastrian Religious Places
in Yazd City

Other Fire Temples and Zoroastrian Religious Places

city: Yazd

Other Zoroastrian religious sites are as follows: The Peer Sabz Fire Temple ,Ardakan, Yazd Daremehr, Darekohan, Darbmehrnush and Daredastooran in Yazd, Pirangah Sarvocham, Pirshah ... MORE

Other Zoroastrian religious sites are as follows: The Peer Sabz Fire Temple ,Ardakan, Yazd Daremehr, Darekohan, Darbmehrnush and Daredastooran in Yazd, Pirangah Sarvocham, Pirshah and Varharam Izad in Khoram Shah, Pirmehriz in Abshahi,, Pirnarstaneh Nazdik in Bid, Pirbanu in Zarju Aqda Village, Pirnarly ...

Abadi Sobh Fire Temple
in Damgan (Daamghan) City

Abadi Sobh Fire Temple

city: Damgan (Daamghan)

This fire-temple is situated 5 km. north west of the Qoosheh village of Damqan, and currently only the huge and thick pillars remain. MORE

This fire-temple is situated 5 km. north west of the Qoosheh village of Damqan, and currently only the huge and thick pillars remain.

Other Fire Temples
in Dareh Shahr City

Other Fire Temples

city: Dareh Shahr

Other fire-temples of the province are: Sikan Fire Temple (four-arched) in Sikan Village, Mehdi Abad Fire Temple (four-arched) in Mehdi Abad, Dareh Shahr, Sepa Fire Temple in Zarneh, ... MORE

Other fire-temples of the province are: Sikan Fire Temple (four-arched) in Sikan Village, Mehdi Abad Fire Temple (four-arched) in Mehdi Abad, Dareh Shahr, Sepa Fire Temple in Zarneh, Aivan, Maymeh Fire Temple in Zarrin Abad, a Two-storey Fire Temple in Chardavol region totally relative to the Sassanide ...

Gol-e-Sorkhdan Fire Temples
in Dehdasht (Kohkiluyeh) City

Gol-e-Sorkhdan Fire Temples

city: Dehdasht (Kohkiluyeh)

These three fire temples are at a distance of 50 m. from each other. Moqaddasi has called these effects "Katibeh Alamjous" or the fire-temple of 'Five Worshippers'. These fire-temples ... MORE

These three fire temples are at a distance of 50 m. from each other. Moqaddasi has called these effects "Katibeh Alamjous" or the fire-temple of 'Five Worshippers'. These fire-temples are located at the skirts of the limestone mountains of Tizang. The architectural effects and internal plaster works ...

Achaemenid Fire Temples, Haji Abad
in Kazeroon City

Achaemenid Fire Temples, Haji Abad

city: Kazeroon

At the vicinity of Naqsh-e-Rostam, on two sides of the Haji Abad Mountain, two small stony towers exist which belong to the Achaemenian period. On top of these towers some holes are ... MORE

At the vicinity of Naqsh-e-Rostam, on two sides of the Haji Abad Mountain, two small stony towers exist which belong to the Achaemenian period. On top of these towers some holes are seen which were supposed to be the fire places. On much higher spots of the mountain, at different altitudes even more ...

Faraz Mara Avar Khozaya Fire Temple
in Kazeroon City

Faraz Mara Avar Khozaya Fire Temple

city: Kazeroon

This fire temple is situated in the old Kazeroon - Firooz Abad Road, and was constructed by Mehr Nersi in the Sassanide era. MORE

This fire temple is situated in the old Kazeroon - Firooz Abad Road, and was constructed by Mehr Nersi in the Sassanide era.

Jareh Great Fire Temple
in Kazeroon City

Jareh Great Fire Temple

city: Kazeroon

This place was the location of one of the five fire temples which were constructed by Mehr Nersi in areas between Kazeroon and Farash Band. The lenght of each side of this fire temple ... MORE

This place was the location of one of the five fire temples which were constructed by Mehr Nersi in areas between Kazeroon and Farash Band. The lenght of each side of this fire temple is more thn 14 m. long. The great Jareh Fire Temple belongs to the Sassanide era.

Kazeroon Fire Temple
in Kazeroon City

Kazeroon Fire Temple

city: Kazeroon

This fire temple is situated at 10 km. south-east of Kazeroon. At present, from these monuments, except for three stands and two semi-ruined domes, nothing is left. This structure ... MORE

This fire temple is situated at 10 km. south-east of Kazeroon. At present, from these monuments, except for three stands and two semi-ruined domes, nothing is left. This structure was constructed by Mehr Nersi.

Other Fire Temples
in Kermanshah City

Other Fire Temples

city: Kermanshah

The other fire temples of the province are as follows: Kaikavoos rock tomb in north Sahneh, related to the Medes and the Medes platform in Bistoon related to the first millennium ... MORE

The other fire temples of the province are as follows: Kaikavoos rock tomb in north Sahneh, related to the Medes and the Medes platform in Bistoon related to the first millennium BC.

Sassanid Fire Temple
in Marand City

Sassanid Fire Temple

city: Marand

The remnants of this Sassanian fire-temple is full of ashes which the inhabitants use as a fertilizer. It is located in Gray hill northeast of the city. MORE

The remnants of this Sassanian fire-temple is full of ashes which the inhabitants use as a fertilizer. It is located in Gray hill northeast of the city.

Pasargadae Fire Temple
in Marvdasht City

Pasargadae Fire Temple

city: Marvdasht

At the distance of 1500 m. away from the Exclusive Palace of Koorush, on the eastern plains of Morqab, two bits of white rocks, opposite a short hill at a distance of 9 m. from each ... MORE

At the distance of 1500 m. away from the Exclusive Palace of Koorush, on the eastern plains of Morqab, two bits of white rocks, opposite a short hill at a distance of 9 m. from each other, are located. They are called Pasargadaeâ€™s Qorbangah (Altar) or fire temple.

Kooshk Qeinqar Fire Temple
in Mehran City

Kooshk Qeinqar Fire Temple

city: Mehran

In the heights of the Pishmin Malekshahi Mountain in Mehran there are the remains of two towers and a fire-temple of the Sassanide period. The area of the fire-temple is 27 square ... MORE

In the heights of the Pishmin Malekshahi Mountain in Mehran there are the remains of two towers and a fire-temple of the Sassanide period. The area of the fire-temple is 27 square meters and 5 meters high. Having four entrances, it is located in a vast olive garden with a spring and an eye-catching ...

Tamar Fire Temple
in Urmia City

Tamar Fire Temple

city: Urmia

This fire-temple is 2 km. from the Tamar Village in the vicinity of 'Mahal Anzal' in the suburb of the city of Orumieh. This fire-temple dates back to the Achaemenian era, and most ... MORE

This fire-temple is 2 km. from the Tamar Village in the vicinity of 'Mahal Anzal' in the suburb of the city of Orumieh. This fire-temple dates back to the Achaemenian era, and most probably was constructed during the years 530-550 BC.

Aqmiyoon Fire Temple
in Sarab City

Aqmiyoon Fire Temple

city: Sarab

This structure is in the village of Aqmiyoon 8 km. north of Sarab. At present only the stone foundation of which have been remained. Originally, the structure was a fire-temple of ... MORE

This structure is in the village of Aqmiyoon 8 km. north of Sarab. At present only the stone foundation of which have been remained. Originally, the structure was a fire-temple of the Sassanian era, and during the Islamic period has become similar to a shrine. There is a tomb on an elevation in the ...

Sangy (Stony) Fire Case
in Semirom City

Sangy (Stony) Fire Case

city: Semirom

The said brazier is related to the Achaemenian and Sassanid periods, but its pillars are from the Sassanide era. These are engraved with portraits of Khosrow Parviz on the upper part ... MORE

The said brazier is related to the Achaemenian and Sassanid periods, but its pillars are from the Sassanide era. These are engraved with portraits of Khosrow Parviz on the upper part of the columns. One of the two of these pillars has been damaged.

Semnan Fire Temple
in Semnan City

Semnan Fire Temple

city: Semnan

This fire temple is located in the Isfanjan locality of Semnan. This relic is from the pre-Islamic period and today only the ruins of the same are left to be seen. MORE

This fire temple is located in the Isfanjan locality of Semnan. This relic is from the pre-Islamic period and today only the ruins of the same are left to be seen.

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