Div Castle

Div Castle (Qaleh-ye Div) is one of the historical sites and attractions of Ardabil Province in the northeast of Meshginshahr County, Lahroud district, between the villages of Qozlu and Kavich, five kilometers from the latter. This historical fortress is situated in the Sabalan mountain range and can be better seen from the Anar and Qozlu road. This historical site is included in the list of national heritage of Iran (No. 630)

Div Castle has been constructed using large stones measuring 60 * 2.10 in the style of Urartian fortresses without mortar, and it has several different levels. This fortress is considered one of the most important tourist attractions in Meshginshahr, located in the northern regions of this county. Researchers attribute the antiquity of this historical site to the Sassanid era, during which it served a military purpose. The castle is built with large stones and Sarooj mortar, consisting of sections such as a dungeon, prison, residence palace, and guard towers.