Shotor Galu Mansion of Mahan

Address:
On the route to Vakil qanat, east of Mahan city, Kerman, Iran
About: Shotor Galu Mansion of Mahan

Shotor Galou Mansion (Camel's neck) which is located in the east of Mahan town is in the route of Vakil Abad aqueduct and is one of the most spectacular historical relics of Qajar dynasty and is considered as one of the unique architecture attractions of Iran’s south east.
In the past, in order to maintain the safety of gardens and houses in the route of aqueducts and springs, the entrance and exit of water was designed in a way that no live creature could enter it. For this purpose, a channel with an obtuse angle shape was built under the walls of the houses, so that water could go down from one side with a suitable height and come out the other side according to the relevant plates, and since these channels look like the neck or throat of a camel, such a construction is called “Shotor Galu . And in most cases, under the influence of the creativity of the Iranian architecture artists, beautiful pools, fountains and  waterworks were created through using the same method in the houses of royalties and rulers, so that Cedar and Pine trees and four season flowers, and also fruit trees could create a pleasurable and refreshing space inside the complex.
 

General Specifications
Name
Shotor Galu Mansion
Age
Qajar era
Restoration
Contemporary
Suggestions
Nearest tourist attractions
Shah Nematollah Vali Shrine
Access route
Address
On the route to Vakil qanat, east of Mahan city, Kerman, Iran
Facilities
Access to vehicles
Residence
Restaurant
Buffet
Network coverage
Shotor Galu Mansion of Mahan
User Comments