Shahr-i Sokhta
- States
- Iran
- Category
- Cultural
- Year
- 2014
- Region
- Arab States
- Coordinates
- 30.5938888889, 61.3277777778
- Last Visited
- Not visited yet
- UNESCO ID
- 1456
- WH Site
- 1456
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Shahr-i Sokhta, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Iran, is an ancient Bronze Age city renowned for its archaeological significance. This well-preserved desert settlement features mud-brick structures, intricate artifacts, and evidence of early urban planning, including a necropolis with diverse burial practices. It highlights advanced craftsmanship and trade networks from over 5,000 years ago, offering insights into one of the region's earliest civilizations.
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