West Azarbayjan Tourism Attractions

Historical Places


Khatoon Bridge, Khoy

Saturday, 05 January 2008 15:44 administrator
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This bridge was constructed at 2 km. southeast of Khoy on the river which is 40 km. from Khoy - Salmas Road in the years 1170-1200 AH., under the orders of Ahmad Khan Donbeli. The bridge is made of brick and is 59.40 m. in length, 8.70 m. in width, and 6.48 m. in height. The bridge has undergone repair in recent years.
 

Other Ancient Cities and Archaeological Hills, West Azarbayjan

Saturday, 05 January 2008 15:42 administrator
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 Other ancient hillocks are namely, Tepeh-ye-Kordlu.
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Hassanloo Hill, Naqadeh

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This hillock lies 12 km. to the north east of Naqadeh next to the Hassanloo Village. It is about 20 m. higher than Godar River which is flowing at its foot. Its radius being approximately 250-280 m. In some researches carried out in this regard, it is believed that there have been ten different periods in which this area had been inhabited, of which the fourth period 800-1300 BC. is of higher archeological value.
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Dash Tappeh Hill, Miandoab

Saturday, 05 January 2008 15:40 administrator
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 This hillock lies alongside the village of Dash Tappeh in Miandoab. To the east of this hillock there is an entrance to the hillock which is made of lime stone and cement. Remnants of pieces of earthenware have been discovered here. The inhabitants believe that the holy prophet Zoroaster is buried within this hillock.
 

Bam-e-Farhad Orartoie City, Maku

Saturday, 05 January 2008 15:33 administrator
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This ancient, historical city (1st millennium BC.) was known as Baam-e-Farhad in the heights surrounding the Sangar Village, 7 km. north of Maku. This city has no means of defense and belonged to the Orartoie tribe or clan. To the east of the city is a temple made of stone. This is the temple of the 'God of War' (Khalidi) of the said tribe.
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