Chehriq, Citadel and holy place in Salmas, Iran
The stone citadel stands on elevated terrain in West Azerbaijan Province, featuring multiple levels of defensive walls and watchtowers overlooking the surrounding landscape.
During the mid-19th century, the citadel gained prominence as the location where The Báb, founder of the Bábí faith, was confined before his execution in 1850.
The structure represents a combination of military architecture and religious significance, making it an essential site for both historical research and spiritual pilgrimage.
Visitors can reach the citadel by taking a local guide from Salmas city center, as the site requires navigation through rural roads in the Shepiran district.
The fortress maintains its original structural elements at coordinates 38.067222, 44.613056, near the Turkish border, marking it as a strategic point in regional defense systems.
Location: Shepiran Rural District
GPS coordinates: 38.06722,44.61306
Latest update: March 8, 2025 21:03
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