Document Type : Original Article
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1 Master's degree graduate in Archaeology, Faculty of Arts, University of Birjand, Birjand, Iran.
2 Assistant Professor, Department of Archaeology, Faculty of Arts, University of Birjand, Birjand, Iran.
3 Associate Professor, Department of Archaeology, Faculty of Arts, , University of Birjand, Birjand, Iran
Abstract
One of the fundamental needs for the formation of villages and cities is the existence of an accessible water source. The blessing of water in the desert regions of Iran has always been a point of interest for everyone, to the extent that water has been considered sacred from ancient times to the present. The desert region of Birjand also developed based on the Qanat of Kasbeh and, over time, expanded through the efforts of individuals. The historical fabric of Birjand and its associated neighborhoods were shaped by various factors, including governance, familial ties, social classes, and so on, and it continues to progress from the past, with a significant part of this advancement being attributed to the Qanat of Qasbeh. Therefore, this research aims to uncover how the historical fabric was formed based on the influence of the flow path of the Qanat of Qasbeh. This study is categorized as fundamental research in terms of its objectives and as analytical-descriptive research in terms of its nature and method. The present research was conducted using field studies, library research, interviews, and holding specialized discussion sessions. Studies and observations indicated that the fabric of Birjand has been dependent on the flow of water since its formation, and its foundation has been based on the path of the Qanat of Qasbeh.
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