Chehel Akhtaran Dome, Damqan

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Chehel Akhtaran Dome, Damqan

This tower is located in the Fallahi Avenue of Damqan. The same is related to the Saljuqi period, and was constructed in the year 446 AH., under the orders of Abu Shoja. The structure is made of brick, and near the dome is a beautiful engraving in the 'kufic' script. On top of the doorway is another engraving with the 'kufic' script.

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