Aamaj Castle

Coordinates: 27°04′34″N 54°28′03″E / 27.0761728°N 54.4675963°E / 27.0761728; 54.4675963
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Castle of Aamaj Kukherd
قلعه آماج كوخرد
Archaeological site
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The Castle of Aamaj (from

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Location

Aamaj castle was a squared fortified structure situated 1000 away from

Kukherd city, a location which added significantly to its altitude and height. The structure was also sited near the monuments of ancient The Historic Bath of Siba
. The total length of its interface from the south is about 111 metres, while its southern interface extends over 98.5 metres.

History

The history of Aamaj castle dates back to the

Islamic
era.

The Castle of Aamaj was maintained until 1163-1192 when it was damaged by an earthquake in

Kukherd
city. The remanning parts of the castle were then destroyed by a flood in 1367.

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27°04′34″N 54°28′03″E / 27.0761728°N 54.4675963°E / 27.0761728; 54.4675963