The ancient village of Kharbas is on Qeshm Island and located on the fork road of Qeshm -Dargahan. Nestling in the heights of this village are historical evidences revealing architectural effects in the rocks.
Some believe this to be the place of worship of the Mitraism cult or the Anahita Temple (deity of water).
About Qeshm (Gheshm) Island
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Qeshm Island – Qeshm
This island lies to the north of Hormoz Strait, its length being 115 km. and its width ranging from 10-35 km. The city of Qeshm is its center, the same being in the northeast of this island with an area of 3 sq. km. and at an elevation of 10 m. ...
Qeshm Jame’ Mosque – Qeshm
The said mosque was constructed in the year 1202 AH., and is a memorial of 'Sooqiyeh' the spouse of the ruler of the times in Qeshm. The mosque has a rectangular shaped nocturnal area, with 16 columns in two rows.
Kharbez Archaeological City and Caves – Qeshm
This ancient city is related to the Sassanid era, and till the 4th century AH. was a thriving city. Earthenware and other evidences have been found through surveys made here. The estimated length of this city is 7 km. and sweet-water was utilized ...
Sheikh Andarabi Pilgrimage – Qeshm
There is a small island situated opposite Bandar Laft, between Laft and Khamir, known as Andarabi Island. To the south east of this island is the above mentioned pilgrimage site. Presently, this island is devoid of inhabitants, but the site is ...
Hengam Island – Qeshm
A small and visitable island attracts the eyes for its elegance in the south part of Iran which is called Hengam. The coral island of Hengam is located in the southern part of Qeshm Island. The azure waters of the Persian Gulf and different types ...
Kharbez Water Reservoir – Qeshm
The above mentioned is located near the archaeological city of Kharbez, southwest of the Qeshm Island, between the city and a temple known as Mehri. This large reservoir is a remnant from the Sassanid era. The same was in a state of ruins, but in ...
Barkh Mosque – Qeshm
The original construction of this mosque can be related to the early Islamic period, coinciding with the times of the conquests of the ports and islands of Iran by Amr-ebne-Aas. This relic was built under his command in the Koosheh Village of ...
Laft Village – Qeshm
The architectural facets of the dwellings in this village display interesting points. The main feature here are the traditional air vents or ventilators in various sizes. The constructions or houses are built close together and the streets are ...
