Fire Temple of Isfahan

Really nice view, especially for sunset or sunrise

Best place for you if you want to visit some historical places
Aatishgah
The Fire temple of Isfahan (Persian: آتشگاه اصفهان‎ Âtašgâh-e Esfahân, also Romanized as Ātashgāh-e Esfahān) is a Sassanid-era archaeological complex located on a hill of the same name about eight kilometers west of city center of Isfahan, Iran.

The hill, which rises about 210 meters above the surrounding plain, was previously called Maras or Marabin after a village near there, and it is by that name that the site is referred to by Arab historians.
One part of the complex, on the southern flank of the hill, are the remains of a citadel of about twenty buildings (or rooms within buildings), many of which—particularly those in the lower half of cluster—are however only evident as foundation traces. Several buildings in the cluster have a classic chartaq "four arch" floor-plan, characteristic of Zoroastrian fire-temples of the 3rd century onwards and that are the actual atashgahs that housed sacred fires. Other buildings include what may have been storage rooms and living quarters for priests and affluent pilgrims. A tentative identification of the purpose of the ruins was first made in 1937 by Andre Godard, but it was not until 1960, when architect Maxine Siroux made the first drawings, that the site could be properly studied. Godard's identifications were subsequently confirmed by Klaus Schippman in 1971.
Another feature of the complex are the remains of a tower-like circular building on the very top of the same hill. This structure, which was once at least twenty meters high, is known by the local populace as the Burj-i Gurban, or Burj-i Kurban, "Tower of Sacrifice," and appears to have been a military watch-tower with a flare that could be lit to warn of an approaching enemy (i.e. a beacon)

Fantastic view over Isfahan and its mountains. Especially for sunrise. Steep climb though

U can see a most beautiful landscape of isfahan from top of this place. And u should think how our fathers worshiped holy fire in this beautiful place.

Beautiful temple with a stunning view to isfahan

An ancient mountain and temple for the people who believe in Zartosht.

the only cylindrical fire temple remained from long time ago. on top of mountain and it is very magnificent if you arrive there sunset or sunrise. maybe it will take up to two hours of your time if you climb smoothly. in some references it has been disclosed that the fire temple was in function until late Safavid dynasty in early 18 century.

Ateshgah of Isfahan or Mount of Ateshgah is one of the historical monuments of Isfahan and Khomeini Shahr (Marbin block) and one of the relics of ancient Iran. This collection has an ancient historical background and has been used in various times. The current Mount Atashgah has been a sacred place and burial place of the Prophet's heirs, who lived around the sixth century BC according to Tabari. It also has a secret tunnel to Khomeini's ancient city and was considered one of the important centers for keeping treasures during the invasion of Iran by Alexander the Great.

Five thousand years of history lie in this breath taking historical place. Those who say there are just rocks and dust don't feel the magic and the heritage of this antique, unique place. Furthermore, at sunset you can get wonderful sights all through Esfahan valley...

This ancient Zoroastrian ruin looks over the city of Isfahan. While the ruin itself is badly eroded, it still makes for great photos with the mountains and city behind, and of course the 360° view is great!

An old castle on a steep rocky hill on the outskirts of Esfahan. Offers a view across the whole city.

The ascent is easy and (especially for the kids!) a lot of fun. But the descent is quite slippery, especially the upper part with the decomposing mud bricks. Definitely not recommended for anybody who has problems with steep stairways and the like.

Charmful temple. Worth to see.

It is very beautiful.
From there you can see the whole of Isfahan.
Greetings to our ancestors who built such a beautiful building with a 360 degree viewing angle

Atashgah, the fire temple located on the top of the hill outside the center of Isfahan, is a Zoroastrian Temple. It is located on the western road of Isfahan, eight kilometers from the city. The fire temple is placed on a hill which is 105 meters higher than the road level. For this reason, when you reach the top of the hill you are faced with an amazing view over Isfahan. Also, an admirable landscape of groves and farms can be seen from up there. Zoroastrianism was the central pre-Islamic religion of Sassanid. The worshipful Zoroastrian fire temple, Atashgah, dates back to the Sassanid Empire. Yet, archeological researches clarify that the temple is a complex of several structures each belonging to a specific historical period. The circular tower at the top of the Maras or Marbin hill is the signature monument of this place. This circular fire altar is five meters in diameter which is surrounded by a wall cut with eight windows. This structure had a tall dome to protect the fire. The building main material is mud-brick made with clay, lime and long stems of reeds. In some parts of the construction, the thickness of the walls exceeds four meters. It was clarified that the whole area of the hill was covered by a five-story huge building which the fifth and the forth stories still remain. In the history book written by Ibne Rosteh Esfahani, it was stated that Atashgah was originally used as a castle. The name Marbin castle is related to the word Mehre meaning the sun which hints to the place where one can see the sun better. It can also relate to the word Mar meaning snake that can relate to the shape of the river crawling as if a serpent creeping on the ground.

A forgotten place of Iran history

Obviously there are people here who don't know what a national historic sites mean and how the preservation of them is important. I'm not Zoroastrian but I believe there should be a charge for visiting this and any similar place.

The hill, which rises about 210 meters above the surrounding plain, was previously called Maras or Marabin after a village near there, and it is by that name that the site is referred to by Arab historians

Fire temple of Isfahan
My whole generation lived among this temple and I am so honored to be a fire keeper of temple back to back in my blood line family

Its a small mountain that in the top ,there is a fire place many years ago. Now you can see a great view of isfahan on it.

Amazing place to visit. The hike up isn't too bad. Seems to be open at all times...