Arg of Karim Khan
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The Arg of Karim Khan (Persian: ارگ کریم خان, Arg-e Karim Khān) or Karim Khan Citadel, is a citadel located in downtown Shiraz, Iran. It was built as part of a complex during the Zand dynasty. It is named after Karim Khan, and served as his living quarters. It is rectangular in shape and resembles a medieval fortress. In the past, the citadel was sometimes used as a prison. Today, it is a museum operated by Iran's Cultural Heritage Organization.
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Karim Khan Citadel | |
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ارگ کریم خان زند | |
Former names | Arg of Karim Khan |
General information | |
Type | Castle |
Architectural style | Iranian architecture |
Location | Shiraz, Iran |
Construction started | 1766 |
Completed | 1767 |
Height | 14 m |
Technical details | |
Structural system | Imperial resident, Military. (later prison) |
Size | 4.000 m2 |
Design and construction | |
Architect(s) | Karim Khan Zand |
Engineer | A team of engineers all from Zand territories |
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