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27-MAR-2011 Ali Majdfar

Rashkan Fort

Rey - Tehran

Ruins of Rashkan Fort are located in Rey, south of Tehran, Iran. The fort belongs to Parthian era(243 BC – 224 AD) and its name is after founder of the Parthian dynasty, Arashk.
There are remnants of some palaces, warehouses and arsenals within the fort area and many findings from there are now keeping in Iran's National Ancient Museum.
Rashkan Fort was mainly made of rock and mortar and was used for protecting Rey area. It was first destroyed during Arabs invasion (around 224 AD), then rehabilitated during Deilami Buid dynasty (923- 1055 AD), lasting until recent centuries, when gradually deserted.


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Vince22-Oct-2011 15:49
Excellent shot. Vote.
Hans Koot22-Oct-2011 09:32
loaded with history and vanished footsteps
Yvonne22-Oct-2011 07:02
Such wonderful history for the scene Ali! v
Barry S Moore22-Oct-2011 06:30
An interesting shot and history as well
Martin Lamoon22-Oct-2011 06:22
Great shot and information as to the history. V
Sam Rua21-Oct-2011 22:41
Nice comp, Ali.
Blandine Mangin21-Oct-2011 17:41
very nice ! v
silvia marmori21-Oct-2011 14:05
a nice angle to show it.. a place with ancestors'stories around.. impressive
Stephanie21-Oct-2011 12:46
Fascinating information! I like your pov in this image! V
zyziza21-Oct-2011 12:33
Interesting story.
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FrankB21-Oct-2011 11:44
interesting history and accompanying shot Ali....V
marie-jose wolff21-Oct-2011 10:28
very steep steps! V
joseantonio21-Oct-2011 10:25
Very nice information about this old fort
Patricia Kay21-Oct-2011 10:09
great composition ,colors and details Ali...Its always good to read your information about the images...BV
Colin Storey21-Oct-2011 09:59
Great shot of this fort with a wonderful clear sky, great information also. v
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