Bam is one of the cities of Kerman province which has valuable monuments such as Arg-e Bam, it has been registered as the world's largest brick building in the UNESCO World Heritage List, attracts many visitors every year. Darestan Fire Mound is one of the ancient hills located 30 km in east of the old Arg-e Bam and dates back to 7 to 9 thousand years ago. Darestan Fire Mound in Bam is one of the early villages and pre-pottery age in south-eastern of Iran which at its peak times with the reasons that are yet unknown for archaeologists was abandoned by inhabited. There are many stories and beliefs about the abandonment of Darestan Fire Mound. The first archaeological excavations in the Darestan Fire Mound were carried out in the 1970s. As the works discovered in this ancient hill, we can mention the adobe houses, metal tools and pottery and stone tools. One of the most exciting discoveries is the half-burnt palm kernel that shows the growth of this tree in 3500 BC in the city of Bam. This civilization, formed on the edge of Posht Rood River in Bam River shows the cultural field of Halil Rood and archaeologists have discovered works from the Neolithic period to the Bronze Age on this hill. If you are planning your next trip to Iran and the ancient city of Bam come along with experienced Alaedin Travel guides and make unique memories for yourself and your companions. Visit our website for booking hotels and airline tickets online.
