Narin Castle, Meybod
نارین قلعه میبد
The old town center of Meybod is home to an ancient mud-brick castle, with layered rammed-earth walls built on a small hill. Climb to the top for views over this desert oasis town.
Meybod lies about 50 km northwest of Yazd. Narin Castle is the town's oldest building. It is generally believed to predate the Islamization of Iran, and it was expanded many times afterward. Its mud-brick walls follow the contours of a small hill. From the top you can see Meybod's mud-brick old town, its fields and the mountains beyond. The castle is in fair condition, and some areas are under restoration. Allow half a day to combine it with the Pigeon Tower, the ice house and the caravanserai. It is often paired with Chak Chak and Kharanaq on a northern day-trip loop.
Opening hours
About 08:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Meybod Ice House & Shah Abbasi Caravanserai
- Meybod Pigeon Tower
- Chak Chak (Pir-e Sabz)
- Dowlatabad Garden
- Lari House
- Historic City of Yazd (Fahadan)
- Alexander's Prison & Davazdah Imam Mausoleum
- Jameh Mosque of Yazd