๐ฅ๐ฟClimbing a 1,800-Year-Old Ancient Persian Fire Temple
๐ Isfahan, Iran The Atashgah Fire Temple of Isfahan is a Zoroastrian (Zoroastrianism) relic, built during the Sasanian Empire (224-651 AD) as a religious site to worship the sacred fire. It stands as an outstanding example of ancient Persian religious architecture. ๐๏ธ๐ฅโจ The main structure of the fire temple is made of mud bricks. At its center was an altar used to house the sacred fire, and the top was once covered by a dome. Today, only ruins remain, covered in graffiti. ๐งฑ๐จ๐ In Zoroastrianism, fire is seen as a symbol of purity and divinity, serving as a medium connecting humans and gods. The fire temple embodies the ancient Persians' worship of natural forces and their devotion to the sacred flame. After the spread of Islam, the temple gradually lost its religious function. ๐ฟ๐๏ธ๐ The fire temple is located atop the Atashgah Hill, and it takes about 20 minutes to climb to the top. From there, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the surrounding landscape of Isfahan. ๐๐๏ธ๐ธ #MakeEveryWeekendCount ๐๏ธ #Iran ๐ฎ๐ท #Travel โ๏ธ #TravelMoments ๐ธ #Backpacker ๐ #Wanderlust ๐ #HiddenTravelGems ๐ #GlobalTravel ๐ #OnTheRoad ๐ #LifeMoments ๐
