Trakhun | |
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![]() Fortress of Trakhun in the center of the Rud-i Biyaban | |
Location | Nimroz Province, Afghanistan |
Coordinates | 30°17′06″N 61°32′25″E / 30.28500°N 61.54028°E |
The Trakhun ( Persian: تراخون, Persian: قلعه ترقون) or Trakhu is a historical, archaeological site with high-walled fortress atop a 30 m high triangular rock formation over 100 m on each side, located in the center of the Rud-i Biyaban in Nimroz Province of the Sistan region. [1] By legends and local tradition, Tarakhun is credited to be the birthplace of Rustam. [2]
Trakhun | |
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![]() Fortress of Trakhun in the center of the Rud-i Biyaban | |
Location | Nimroz Province, Afghanistan |
Coordinates | 30°17′06″N 61°32′25″E / 30.28500°N 61.54028°E |
The Trakhun ( Persian: تراخون, Persian: قلعه ترقون) or Trakhu is a historical, archaeological site with high-walled fortress atop a 30 m high triangular rock formation over 100 m on each side, located in the center of the Rud-i Biyaban in Nimroz Province of the Sistan region. [1] By legends and local tradition, Tarakhun is credited to be the birthplace of Rustam. [2]