Sheykh Heydar Tomb (Meshginshahr)

Iran / Ardabil / Meshkinshahr / Meshginshahr
 memorial, interesting place
The tomb of Sheykh Heydar This is a circular brick tower, some 18 meters high. On the outside it has been decorated with turquoise colored tiles in geometrical designs. The tower stands on stone foundations and has two portals, one on each side, with inscriptions in Kufic script and a stalactite frieze. The structure dates back to late 9th century A.H. (15th century A.D.).
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Coordinates:   38°24'4"N   47°40'49"E
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