Trésors cachés de la préfecture de Kerman

Hidden Wonders of Kerman

Kerman’s landscape hides diverse historical and geological sites. This collection features the Seljuk-era Khajeh Atabak Mausoleum and the 3,000-year-old Ghale Dokhtar fortress. The region also hosts the archaeological mystery of Shahrak-e Kotuluha, known as the city of the little people, and the ruins of Caravanserai Shahdad. Geologically, the area is home to the rare extinct salt volcano of Kalleh Namaki, showcasing the unique natural and architectural heritage of southeastern Iran.

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Khajeh Atabak Mausoleum

Seljuk-era mausoleum in Kerman featuring intricate brickwork and plaster decorations typical of 12th-century Iranian architecture.

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Ghale Dokhtar

Ancient mud-brick fortress and temple complex with history spanning nearly 3,000 years, overlooking the city of Kerman.

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Caravanserai Shahdad

Mud-brick ruins of a historical desert caravanserai and fortification located near the edge of the Lut Desert.

Shahrak-e Kotuluha (City of the little people)

Archaeological site featuring exceptionally small mud-brick dwellings, which led to its reputation as an ancient city of little people.

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Rare geological site featuring an extinct salt volcano with distinct saline mineral deposits and unique crater formations.