Rudkhan Castle, a thousand steps to the heart of the forest

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Rudkhan Castle, a thousand steps to the heart of the forest:





The Rudkhan Castle River originates in the surrounding heights and flows from south to north. This stream company you all the way while hiking to reach to the top! Going to castle is a mixture of climbing and visiting a historical site and to reach there you need to go up via stairs (=1024 steps!) to the gate of castle for around 3 km. After crossing a mountainous winding route with dense forests, the first thing that one notices about the castle is its big entrance gate. Rudkhan Castle sits at the two peaks of a mountain at elevations of 715 and 670 metres and contains strong fortifications and battlements at a length of 1,550 metres. Rudkhan Castle
is one of the most splendidly preserved castles. All the 42 towers of the castle still stand intact with all their glory. Some historians measure its foundation date to the time of Sasanian dynasty (224-651 a.c.) but some says it dates back to Saljughian dynasty.This Iran's biggest ancient brick and stone castle includes two parts: one for the king and royal family usage and the other one for soldiers and military purposes.

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