According to reports, the 'Kuh Mobarak' castle in the Jask county of Hormozgan province, dating back to the 'Sassanid era', along with its surrounding cemetery which is 'three thousand years old', is being destroyed by 'one of the organizations'. Mr. Bousik, the village chief of 'Kuh Mobarak', stated on Friday, September 20, that correspondence and follow-ups have been made to prevent this 'disaster', but no 'effective action' has been seen from the officials of Hormozgan province. Mr. Bousik mentioned that the people of the 'Kuh Mobarak' area protested against this action for two days, but ultimately this movement was described as an 'attack' by the 'destructive organization' on these historical artifacts. He added: 'Currently, this organization is destroying the Kuh Mobarak castle and its ancient 3000-year-old cemetery, and they have progressed more than 10% and have already damaged the castle itself and are still active.' Mr. Bousik did not mention the name of this 'organization'. According to ISNA news agency, the structure known as the 'Sassanid Rooms' consists of two rooms made of 'carved stone' located at the tip of 'Kuh Mobarak'. Meanwhile, Haidar Haidari-Nejad, a researcher of the history of the Jask region, also stated that there is a cemetery next to 'Kuh Mobarak' that experts attribute a three-thousand-year-old age to. According to Mr. Haidari-Nejad, the name 'Kuh Mobarak' also appears in 'historical maps of the world'. The ISNA report comes while the name of this site is not listed in the historical sites section of the cultural heritage website of Hormozgan province. Previously, reports of the destruction of cultural artifacts in Hormozgan province have been published. For instance, on August 20, the Tasnim news agency reported that the 'Hazareh Castle' in Minab, which is 2500 years old, has been subject to destruction over time. This news agency cited excavation for the discovery of antique objects as one of the reasons for the destruction of this national heritage.
Destruction of Historical Castle in Hormozgan Province by 'One of the Organizations'
The historical Kuh Mobarak castle and its ancient cemetery in Hormozgan province are being destroyed by an unidentified organization, prompting local protests. Despite efforts to halt the destruction, no effective action has been taken by provincial officials, raising concerns about the preservation of Iran's cultural heritage.
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📰 What Happened
The historical Kuh Mobarak castle and its ancient cemetery in Hormozgan province are being destroyed by an unidentified organization, despite local protests and appeals for intervention. The local village chief has reported significant damage already inflicted on the site.
- Kuh Mobarak castle dates back to the Sassanid era.
- The cemetery adjacent to the castle is estimated to be 3000 years old.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Iran has a rich cultural heritage with numerous historical sites, many of which are at risk due to neglect or development pressures. The Sassanid era is a significant period in Iranian history, and its artifacts are crucial for understanding the country's past.
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