Moghuyeh Castle

Moghuyeh Castle, also known as the "Castle of Sheikh Soltan Al-Marzouqi", is located in the central district of Bandar Lengeh County in Hormozgan Province. This large adobe building dates from the Qajar era and was registered as a national monument on 3 Esfand 1377 under registration number 2230. The castle stands in the coastal village of Moghuyeh and is regarded as one of the most distinctive historical and architectural landmarks along the Persian Gulf shoreline.

The castle's design uses local materials such as adobe (mud brick) and local mortars, and its position beside the shore was important both for defence and for lookout purposes. The castle was built on the orders of Sheikh Soltan Al-Marzouqi, chief of the Al-Maraziq tribe. Parts of the castle's towers and walls can still be seen today, and visitors can get a close look at Qajar-era architecture in southern Iran.

To reach the castle, first travel to the city of Bandar Lengeh, one of the main towns of Hormozgan Province, then take the road toward Moghuyeh village. The route runs along the coast, is scenic, and has direction signs. The best seasons to visit the castle are autumn and winter, when temperatures are milder and the seasonal winds are less of a nuisance. While visiting, responsible nature tourism is essential: please take your litter with you, do not touch or damage the walls and historic remains, and respect the rights of the local people.