Ibrahim Khan Sanjrani Fort
Ibrahim Khan Sanjrani Fort (Balochi: چکانسوری کلات or ابراهیمخان سنجرانی کلات) is located in nimruz province, in Chakhansur District. This castle is believed to have a 400-year history. [1][2]
| Ibrahim Khan Sanjrani Fort | |
|---|---|
| Chakhansur District in Afghanistan | |
A view of The Castle in the spring of 2018 | |
Chakhansur Fort موقعیت جغرافیایی | |
| Coordinates | 31°10′N 62°04′E |
| Area | 3000 square meters |
| Site history | |
| Materials | Mud, raw clay, wood |
History
The fort is reported to belong to Sanjrani Chiefdom.[3] The battle between Ibrahim Khan Sanjrani Baloch and Abdur Rahman Khan took place on 1299/1882. Ibrahim Khan were defeated and the Afghan governor of Farāh captured the fort.[2]
Current status
Many parts of the castle are crumbling due to erosion and is at risk of deterioration.[1]
References
- "اLocals Say Ibrahim Sanjrani Fort in Nimroz Needs Repair". TOLOnews. Retrieved May 30, 2024.
- "ČAḴĀNSŪR". Encyclopædia Iranica.
- "Seistan". 1910. This article incorporates text from this source, which is in the public domain.
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