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Falak Ol Aflak Castle
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In ancient times was
known as Dežbār as well as Shāpūr-Khwāst,
is one of the most impressive castles in
Iran. It is situated on the top of a
large hill with the same name within the
city of Khorram Abad, the regional
capital of Lorestan province. This
gigantic structure was built during the
Sassanid era (226–651).
The Khoramabad River runs
past the eastern and south-western side
of the Falak-ol-Aflak hill providing the
fortress with an element of natural
protection. Today, the western and
northern sides of the hill are bordered
by the residential districts of Khorram
Abad.
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