Ibrahim Khan Sanjrani Fort
Fort in Afghanistan
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Ibrahim Khan Sanjrani Fort (Balochi: چکانسوری کلات or ابراهیمخان سنجرانی کلات) is located in Nimruz Province, Chakhansur District, Afghanistan. The fort made of mud, clay and wood is believed to have a 400-year history.[1][2]
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| Ibrahim Khan Sanjrani Fort | |
|---|---|
| Chakhansur District in Afghanistan | |
A view of The Castle in the spring of 2018 | |
| Location | |
  Chakhansur Fort موقعیت جغرافیایی | |
| Coordinates | 31°10′N 62°04′E |
| Area | 3000 square meters |
| Site history | |
| Materials | Mud, raw clay, wood |
History
The fort is reported to belong to the Sanjrani Chiefdom.[3] In a battle between Ibrahim Sanjrani and Abdur Rahman Khan in 1299/1882, Sanjrani was defeated and the Afghan governor of Farāh captured the fort.[2]
Current status
Many parts of the fort are crumbling due to erosion and it is at risk of deterioration.[1]
