Complex of Izadkhast
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The Complex of Izadkhast is located in Izadkhast in the Fars Province of Iran, roughly 135km south of Isfahan. It is a historical complex listed in the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List.[1] The complex consists of the Izad-khast Castle and old ruined town, the Izadkhast Caravanserai roadside inn, and a Safavid-period bridge. The complex is located on a natural base with the castle built on a bedrock to protect it from foreign attacks. The architecture of the complex displays unique characteristics to Izadkhast.[1]
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Location | Izadkhvast, Abadeh County, Iran |
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Region | Fars Province |
Coordinates | 31°30′58″N 52°07′26″E |
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Condition | Ruined |
Public access | Yes |
Architecture | |
Architectural styles | Sassanid, Qajar dynasty |
Designation | on UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List since 2007 |
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The Complex of Izadkhast of was added to the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List on August 9, 2007, in the Cultural category.[1]