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Lambsar, also known as Lamasar, Lambasar, Lambesar, or Lomasar, stands as possibly the most colossal and heavily fortified of the Ismaili castles. Nestled within the central Alborz mountains, around 120 kilometers from present-day Tehran, Iran, this fortress lies south of the Caspian Sea. Positioned northeast of Razmian village in the central district of Rudbar e Shahrestan, Lambsar's historical significance resonates. Initially captured from Rasamuj by Kiya Buzurg Ummid (d. 1138), Lambsar underwent substantial reconstruction under his governance, appointed by Hassan-i Sabbah (d. 1124). Today, only remnants remain of this once formidable stronghold. Its strategic location, surrounded by deep valleys, renders access near-impossible from the East and West.The fortress primarily allows entry from the North and South. Stretching along the mountain slope, measuring a length of 480 meters with a 150-meter difference in height between its two levels, Lambsar spans over 190 meters in width. Noteworthy features include colossal two-layered parapets crafted from immense 10-meter high stones, a principal structure in the fortress's north with formidable 1.2-meter wide stone walls, reservoirs for water, and granaries situated in the southern and southeastern parts. Towers and an intricate water supply system add to Lambsar's allure. The northern side harbors a substantial building with four smaller extensions facing East.During the Mongol aggression in Persia, the Isma'ilis' forts proved resilient against conquest. Hulaku Khan personally led an army to subdue these fortresses after facing difficulties with his commanders. The Meymoon-Dej fort surrendered in 1256 AD, leading to the capture of Imam Rukn ad-Din Khurshah. Despite Khurshah's plea for surrender, forts like Lambsar, Gerdkuh, and Alamut resisted. Lambsar fell in January 1257 due to a cholera epidemic, leading to its ruin and the demise of survivors. In later years, isolated Isma'ili groups attempted to reclaim Alamut after the Mongol invasions but were unsuccessful.

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