Birjand Castle

Birjand Castle, also known as the "Birjand Fortress", "Tah-e Deh Castle" and "Paeen-e Shahr Castle", is the largest and oldest historic structure in the city of Birjand. It stands on the highest hill on the western side of the city. According to the evidence, the castle was built during the Safavid era and was rebuilt in the Qajar period.

The castle covers an area of about 3,000 square metres and was built using materials such as mud brick, clay and rammed earth (chineh). The building is laid out as a quadrilateral with towers at its four corners and a number of additional towers along its sides. It originally had seven towers, of which six remain today. The materials, the shape of the towers, the lookout openings and the projecting walls all point to the castle's military and defensive function; in the past, the city's guards were stationed here to keep Birjand safe. Today, Birjand Castle has become one of the city's important tourist attractions, and visitors can view both the old and new parts of the city from the top of the towers.

To reach Birjand Castle by private car, take Jomhuri Street or Enghelab Street to Imam Hussein (AS) Square. From the square, continue along Jomhuri Street toward Musa ibn Ja'far Street and the city's Martyrs' Cemetery. You will see Birjand Castle just after Imam Hussein (AS) Square, opposite Jomhuri 39 Alley. The best time to visit is in the morning or around late afternoon in spring and early summer, when the weather is pleasant and the light is good. While visiting, please respect the historic architecture, avoid damaging the structure and keep the grounds peaceful, so that this cultural monument can be preserved for the future.