Shahr-e Zuhak, Bamyan, Historic fortress in Bamyan Valley, Afghanistan
The red stone fortress of Shahr-e Zuhak stands on a hill at the meeting point of the Kunduz and Kalu Ganga rivers in eastern Bamyan Valley.
The fortress, constructed between 500 and 600 AD by the Hephthalites, underwent multiple fortifications during the Ghaznavid and Ghorid dynasties from the 10th to 13th centuries.
The archaeological site contains remnants of religious structures, residential areas, and defensive walls that demonstrate the architectural methods of ancient Afghan civilizations.
Visitors can access the archaeological site by traveling 40 kilometers from Bamyan City, with the journey revealing views of Afghanistan's rural landscapes.
The fortress incorporates three layers of defensive walls and multiple watchtowers positioned along steep cliffs, demonstrating advanced military engineering of ancient times.
Part of: Cultural Landscape and Archaeological Remains of the Bamiyan Valley
GPS coordinates: 34.82639,67.82167
Latest update: March 8, 2025 00:55
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