Goli Fortress of Mohammadabad

Goli Fortress of Mohammadabad (Ghaleh Goli) is a historic structure in Qom Province. It stands in Qom County, in the Central District and Qomrud Rural District, next to the village of Mohammadabad. The fortress is a surviving relic of the Parthian period and is one of the historical attractions of this part of Qom County. It is built of mud brick and clay, and its structure offers a picture of the architecture and construction methods used for defensive buildings in ancient times. Goli Fortress of Mohammadabad was added to Iran's National Heritage list on 5 Azar 1380 (Solar Hijri) under registration number 4422. It lies close to the Mohammadabad Stone Caravanserai, and having these two historic monuments side by side makes the Mohammadabad area a notable stop for visitors interested in archaeological and historical sites in Qom Province.

Goli Fortress of Mohammadabad is a mud-brick and clay building that was probably built as a strong fortress for protection and shelter, and parts of its historic structure still remain in the area today. Its mud-brick architecture and the use of clay as the main material are among its key features, and the remains of the fortress show how mud-brick buildings were constructed in the Parthian period. Together with the Mohammadabad Stone Caravanserai, it forms a pair of historic monuments from two different eras in one area: on one side of the site stands a fortress with Parthian origins, and on the other a caravanserai from the Seljuk period. Despite the fortress's historical value, the necessary measures for its proper preservation and protection have not been fully carried out, and the structure is exposed to erosion and damage. When visiting, therefore, avoid unnecessary entry into unstable sections, tampering with the bricks and walls, or moving historic materials.

To reach Goli Fortress of Mohammadabad, head to Qom Province, Qom County, and the area around the village of Mohammadabad in Qomrud Rural District. The fortress is about 50 kilometres northeast of Qom, along the Qom–Garmsar highway. Because the Mohammadabad Stone Caravanserai is right next to it, you can visit both monuments in a single outing. The best time to visit is during the mild seasons, especially spring and autumn, when the weather in the area is more suitable for being outdoors. In the natural surroundings of the fortress, avoid walking needlessly over the remains of the structure, damaging vegetation, lighting fires and leaving litter. To protect the mud-brick and clay walls, do not touch or climb on worn or unstable parts of the building.