Falak-ol-Aflak Castle

  • Falak-ol-Aflak Castle in Lorestan province

    Falak-ol-Aflak Castle in Lorestan province

    Falak-ol-Aflak Castle is a historical castle located on a stony hillock in the midst of the city of Khorramabad. It is regarded as one of the world's architectural masterpieces. The place hosts domestic and foreign tourists every year. Lorestan Province, Iran. December 11, 2022. IRNA/ Pardis Nouri

  • Falak-ol-Aflak castle emblem of Lorestan history

    Falak-ol-Aflak castle emblem of Lorestan history

    Khorramabad, IRNA - Falak-ol-Aflak or Shapur Khast is a historical castle on the top of a large hill in Khorramabad, capital of Lorestan province, which has played key role in life of people in this part of Iran.  The gigantic Falak-ol-Aflak Castle was built over 1800 years ago during the Sassanid era.