Ziwiye

The ancient Ziwiye structure stands at an elevation of 1,835 meters above sea level, featuring three distinct floors connected by 21 stone steps.

The castle served as a capital for the Mannaeans, Medes, and Scythians during the first millennium BC, marking its regional power through different civilizations.

The discovered artifacts include gold necklaces, bronze arrows, and a notable seal of Urartian king Rusa II, reflecting multiple artistic traditions.

The archaeological site contains remnants of an advanced water system that connected the structure to nearby springs through an engineered network.

The second floor contains interconnected rooms painted in blue, cream, black, and brick colors, which stored military equipment and housed forces.

Location: Saqqez County

GPS coordinates: 36.26215,46.68781

Latest update: March 4, 2025 05:04