Abiward

Abiward or Abi-ward, was an ancient Sassanid city in modern-day Turkmenistan. Archaeological excavations at the ancient city of Abiward have been made in the 20th century about 8 km west of Kaka (Russian: Каахка) in an area of 12,000 m2. The central tell is 60 feet high and 700 feet round.

Abiward
Ruins of Abiward (Turkmen: Abiwert), Ahal Province, Turkmenistan
Alternative nameAbiwerd, Abiwert, Abiverd, Abivard, Abiourd, Bawerd, Bivard
Coordinates37°23′28″N 59°34′0″E
Site notes
ConditionRuined
Public accessyes
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