Arg of Karim Khan
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.
| Karim Khan Citadel | |
|---|---|
ارگ کریم خان زند | |
Arg of Karim Khan in 2007 | |
| 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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