Anahita Temple, located in Kangavar County in Kermanshah Province, about 100 kilometers from the city of Kermanshah, is considered one of Iran's prominent historical sites. This structure is situated on the historic route between Ecbatana and Ctesiphon and was registered as one of the first national monuments of Iran on September 15, 1931, with registration number 31. Additionally, in 2006, Anahita Temple was included in the UNESCO World Heritage tentative list.
Structural Features of Anahita Temple
This building is recognized as the second largest stone structure in the country after Persepolis. Covering an area of 6.4 hectares, Anahita Temple is built on a rocky hill overlooking the Kangavar plain. Its structure is rectangular with dimensions of 209 by 244 meters, resting on a low volcanic silica bedrock.
