Kowsar Icehouse

The Kowsar Icehouse measures 15 meters in height and features thick walls constructed from brick and mud materials for optimal temperature control.

Dating back to the Qajar period, this structure represents a traditional Persian engineering solution for preserving ice throughout the year in desert regions.

The building demonstrates the Iranian capacity to maintain ice resources in an era before mechanical refrigeration through sophisticated architectural knowledge.

The internal chamber maintains naturally cold temperatures due to its specialized construction, enabling long-term storage of ice and perishable goods.

The structure employs evaporative cooling principles through its domed design and underground storage space to maintain temperatures suitable for ice preservation.

Location: Gonabad County

Architectural style: Qajar architecture

Height: 15 m

Made from material: brick, mud

GPS coordinates: 34.36856,58.80089

Latest update: March 8, 2025 21:03