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Never give up your dreams... Miracles happen everyday.... #persiaguide #swedish tourists #persepolis #pasargadae (at Persepolis, Iran) https://www.instagram.com/p/B45JoXZpW1_ZlQhPUW5J3u-OGinN-PFlZ2P-_c0/?igshid=1nqqfrxy00ek9

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#saltlake #pinklake #maharloolake #spring #persiaguide #persia #iran #tourism_iran #traveliran #travel #traveller #adventure #travelblogger #travellife #seetheworld #traveltheworld #iran_travel #unwto #intrepidtravel #tripadvisor #nationalgeotravel #beIntrepid #shiraz #beautifuldestinations (at Shiraz, Iran) https://www.instagram.com/p/ByC5C2sJdtC/?igshid=1oud4d9xs0eg7

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delightful scent of sour orange trees spreading over every corner of the city in spring. In my hometown Shiraz, almost every house with a backyard used to have a couple of sour orange trees which wore perfumed, white robe of blossoms in the spring and orange robe of fruit in early summer. The blossoms of sour orange, bahaar-e naaranj, were used to make sherbet ( syrup ) and jams, or sundried to be mixed with black tea, perfumes, essences, seasonal drinks, distillates and in traditional Persian sweets like Gaz or Sohan. The fruit itself, too, has many culinary usages including for seasoning. Try sour orange juice as salad dressing on your daily green salad, along with sea salt, black pepper, and any other seasoning you happen to use. In addition to salad, sour orange juice could be used in cooking as seasoning. The traditional ritual of distilling “bahar narenj” has long been a custom of Mazandaran. Each year, the National Bahar Naranj Festival was initially held in babol, which was later expanded to the provinces of Sari, Ramsar and Shiraz, respectively. Today, many cities hold this festival. Later, with the efforts of people in Mazandaran, this traditional celebration was registered at the supreme council of the cultural heritage, handicrafts and tourism organization of Iran as the Mazandaran’s Bahar Narenj Festival. Recent researches have shown that bahar narenj reduce anxiety before surgery and has effects like diazepam. The distillate of these blossoms is perfect as an anti-depressant and can relieve symptoms of this mental illness and is jolly. #persiaguide #iran #touroperator #tourism #persia #beautifuldestinations #traveltomorrow #sourorange #spring #blossom #travel #traveler https://www.instagram.com/p/B-4F6xeJgZ-/?igshid=1g5q18qmfvjhv

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The ruins of the holy city of the Kingdom of Elam, surrounded by three huge concentric walls, are found at Tchogha Zanbil. Founded c. 1250 B.C., the city remained unfinished after it was invaded by Ashurbanipal, as shown by the thousands of unused bricks left at the site.  Located in ancient Elam (today Khuzestan province in southwest Iran), Tchogha Zanbil (Dur-Untash, or City of Untash, in Elamite) was founded by the Elamite king Untash-Napirisha (1275-1240 BCE) as the religious centre of Elam. The principal element of this complex is an enormous ziggurat dedicated to the Elamite divinities Inshushinak and Napirisha. It is the largest ziggurat outside of Mesopotamia and the best preserved of this type of stepped pyramidal monument. The archaeological site of Tchogha Zanbil is an exceptional expression of the culture, beliefs, and ritual traditions of one of the oldest indigenous peoples of Iran. Our knowledge of the architectural development of the middle Elamite period (1400-1100 BCE) comes from the ruins of Tchogha Zanbil and of the capital city of Susa 38 km to the north-west of the temple). The ziggurat originally measured 105.2 m on each side and about 53 m in height, in five levels, and was crowned with a temple. Mud brick was the basic material of the whole ensemble. The ziggurat was given a facing of baked bricks, a number of which have cuneiform characters giving the names of deities in the Elamite and Akkadian languages. Though the ziggurat now stands only 24.75 m high, less than half its estimated original height, its state of preservation is unsurpassed. Studies of the ziggurat and the rest of the archaeological site of Tchogha Zanbil containing other temples, residences, tomb-palaces, and water reservoirs have made an important contribution to our knowledge about the architecture of this period of the Elamites, whose ancient culture persisted into the emerging Achaemenid (First Persian) Empire, which changed the face of the civilised world at that time. #persiaguide #traveliran #unescoworldheritage #ziggurat #history #ancienthistory #backpackers (at Chogha Zanbil) https://www.instagram.com/p/B56Fq9iJaT2/?igshid=1wkdt3h38o5xo

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Kerman Jame mosque is one of the best mosques in Iran for who are interested about Iranian architecture, and every year a lot of tourist visit this beautiful mosque and enjoy it, with its unique atmosphere and the wonderful beauty. Made in 14th century, was the main place for Moslems prayer in Kerman, Iran. In Friday days people gathered in place which is called Jame mosque and engage in devotional-political activities. Interesting to know that Kerman Jame mosque is amongst the unique mosque of Iran because has no minarets like Sheikh Lotf-allah Mosque in Isfahan. It is Following the ideal four-iwan plan and you can enter to the Jame moque of Kerman either from Kerman Bazaar or Shohada Sq. Jame mosque, Arg and bazaar where there places that bring in to existence the central core of Kerman city.The Moshtaghieh dome, also known as the Three Domes, is one of the monuments from the Qajar dynasty in Kerman, which was located in the vicinity of the old cemetery and outside of the old city limits. There are three domes in the Moshtaghieh complex, which in fact, each of these domes belongs to a tomb. Two domes with tile decoration, one of them belong to Moshtaq Ali Shah's tomb and the other belong to the Kosar Ali Shah Hamedani's tomb and the brick dome in this complex belongs to the Sheikh Ismael Herati. Moshtagh Ali Shah was one of the distinguished Sufis of the thirteenth century AH. Due to the great passion about Persian traditional music, he mastered the Setar playing skills from Darvish Taghi and achieve a great success in this regard. It is interesting to know that the fourth wire of Setar (An Iranian musical instrument), which is known as the Moshtagh wire, is the innovation of the Moshtagh Ali Shah.Moshtagh Ali Shah rose to fame, not only because of his musical skills, but also the main reason was acquainted with the great Sufism in his youth that changed his life. Ganj Ali Khan Complex is a Safavid-era building complex, located in the old center of city of Kerman, Iran. The complex is composed of a school, a square, a caravanserai, a bathhouse, an Ab Anbar (water reservoir), a mint, a mosque and a bazaar. #persiaguide #persia #iran #travel #traveliran #kerman (at Kerman, Iran) https://www.instagram.com/p/B6ugTdLJcCj/?igshid=x6qh6y6wftxh

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Fathabad garden is located 16 km North West of Kerman, according to historians, this pattern has been used to constructing Shazdeh Garden in Mahan. The history of the construction of the garden is around the year 1255 (Hijri-Shamsi), In Qajar period. Fathabad memorial garden “Fazl Ali Khan Biglarbeygi” was the ruler of Kerman. That is why it is also called Biglarbeygi Garden. The Fathabad Qanat water passed through fathabad Garden in the past, and it was so refreshing and lovely. Bagh-e Harandi ( Harandi museum) :The founder of this structure and garden was the late Adl-ol-Sultan, belongs to recent centuries. The premises has historical value in that Reza Khan stopped there for a while, during his last journey on the way to exile. Hidden behind high walls just off the main Beheshti strip, the mansion in this peaceful garden was once the Kerman governor’s residence and now houses the small but well explained Archaeology Museum and Traditional Musical Instruments Museum . Built in 1911, the building was later bought by progressive businessman Abol Ghasem Harandi, who brought electricity to Kerman. On his death Harandi bequeathed the garden to the city. The upstairs Archaeology Museum displays clay, glass and metal artefacts found near Jiroft and Shahdad, while downstairs is an impressive array of musical instruments. The tomb of Shah Nur-eddin Nematollah Vali, poet, sage, Sufi and founder of an order of dervishes, has twin minarets covered with turquoise tiles from the bottom up to the cupola. The mausoleum was built by Ahmad Shah Kani; the rest of the building was constructed during the reigns of Shah Abbas I, Mohammad Shah Qajar and Nasser-al-Din Shah. Shah Nematallah Vali spent many years wandering through central Asia perfecting his spiritual gifts before finally settling at Mahan, twenty miles south-east of Kerman, where he passed the last twenty five years of his life. He died in 1431, having founded a Darvish order which continues to be an active spiritual force today. The central domed burial vault at Mahan, completed in 1437 was erected by Ahmad Shah Bahmani, king of the Deccan, and one of Shah Nematallah’s most devoted disciples.#persiaguide #iran_Kerman (at Kerman, Iran) https://www.instagram.com/p/B6urCteplDf/?igshid=1k3o91xkkyo8w

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Bam is situated in a desert environment on the southern edge of the Iranian high plateau. The origins of Bam can be traced back to the Achaemenid period (6th to 4th centuries BC). Its heyday was from the 7th to 11th centuries, being at the crossroads of important trade routes and known for the production of silk and cotton garments. The existence of life in the oasis was based on the underground irrigation canals, the qanāts, of which Bam has preserved some of the earliest evidence in Iran. Arg-e Bam is the most representative example of a fortified medieval town built in vernacular technique using mud layers (Chineh ). This impressive construction undoubtedly represents the climax and is the most important achievement of its type not only in the area of Bam but also in a much wider cultural region of Western Asia. Bam is located in an oasis area, the existence of which has been based on the use of underground water canals, qanāts, and has preserved evidence of the technological development in the building and maintenance of the qanāts over more than two millennia. For centuries, Bam had a strategic location on the Silk Roads connecting it to Central Asia in the east, the Persian Gulf in the south, as well as Egypt in the west and it is an example of the interaction of the various influences.Following the 2003 earthquake, a team of experts coordinated by the UNESCO Tehran Cluster Office and ICHHTO prepared a Comprehensive Management Plan, 2008-2017, which covers the World Heritage property and was developed through a process involving the local authorities of the County, the five Districts and the municipalities of Bam and Baravat. The new urban master plan for the reconstruction of the City of Bam, prepared in 2004, respects the original street pattern. Bam citadel is the first largest adobe building in the world and also a UNESCO World Heritage site. #persiaguide #iran #Kerman #bam_citadel #unesco #unwto #worldheritage #history #ancienthistory #tourism #backpackers #travellife #seetheworld #traveltheworld #iran_travel #holidayideas (at Bam, Iran) https://www.instagram.com/p/B6uvUsTp0Fg/?igshid=iuyrboe0d4i2

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Rayen castle, or Arg-e Rayen is an adobe castle in Rayen town in Kerman, you can visit the medieval mud brick city of Rayen is similar to the Arg-e Bam. Rayen displays all the architectural elements of a deserted citadel. It appears extremely well preserved, considering the numerous natural disasters that have been destroying similar structures nearby, and it is one of the most interesting historical sites in Iran.The fortress at Rayen is similar in outlook and construction to the fortress at Bam, while been younger in age. It is thought to be a Sassanian era (224 CE – 649 CE) fortress. Like Bam, Rayen fortress was in use until about 150 years ago. Rayen Citadelis a historical site situated in the south-west of Rayen city and is considered the biggest earthen structure of Kerman province after Bam Citadel which was destroyed in an earthquake on 2003. The monument dates back to the Sassanid era and covers a 20,000-square-meter area, remaining a symbol of the residential fortresses during the ancient times. Just like other fortresses, it consists of the public quarter and the aristocratic zone. The essential sectors such as Zoor khaneh (gymnasium for a traditional Persian sport), mosque, and stable can be seen in the citadel. Adobe is the main material used in its construction. Shahzadeh Garden, located at 35 km southeast of Kerman city, has been constructed in Qajar dynasty during 11-year old sovereignty of Abdolhamid Mirza Naseroldoleh. Shahzadeh Garden is the ninth Iranian garden that has been registered on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. Shazdeh Garden meaning Prince’s Garden is a historical Persian garden located near (6km away from) Mahan in Kerman province, Iran. The garden is a fine example of Persian gardens that take advantage of suitable natural climate. The garden was built originally for Mohammad Hasan Khan Qajar Sardari Iravani ca.1850 and was extended ca.1870 by Abdolhamid Mirza Naserodollehand during the eleven years of his governorship in the Qajar dynasty. The construction was left unfinished, due to the death of Abdolhamid Mirza in the early 1890s.Water fountain is the primary aspect of every persian garden. #persiaguide #iran #travel #history (at Kerman, Iran) https://www.instagram.com/p/B6uy0ETpoML/?igshid=1nl42fbeljg54

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Yazd, the city of wind catchers, was inscribed on UNESCO World Heritage List. The historic city of Yazd bears witness to an exceptionally elaborate construction system in earthen architecture and the adaptation of the ways of living to hostile environment for several millennia. The use of earth in buildings includes walls, and roofs by the construction of vaults and domes. Houses are built with courtyards below ground level, serving underground areas. Wind-catchers, courtyards, and thick earthen walls create a pleasant microclimate. Partially covered alleyways together with streets, public squares and courtyards contribute to a pleasant urban quality. Yazd is associated with the continuity of traditions that cover social organization. These include Waqf (endowment) benefitting public buildings, such as water cisterns, mosques, hammams, qanats, etc. as well as developed intangible and multi-cultural, commercial and handicrafts traditions, as one of the richest cities of the world entirely built of earthen material, a quality which contributes to the creation of an environment-friendly microclimate. It reflects diverse cultures related to various religions in the city including Islam, Judaism and Zoroastrianism, which are still living peacefully together and having a combination of buildings including houses, mosques, fire temples, synagogues, mausoleums, hammams, water cisterns, madrasehs, bazaars, etc. as it can be seen in their traditional crafts and festivities. Don't hesitate to come and visit this historic city! #persiaguide #persia #iran #tourism_iran #traveliran #travel #traveller #adventure #travelblogger #travellife #seetheworld #traveltheworld #iran_travel #unwto #unesco #unescoworldheritages #iran_is_safe #yazd #beautifuldestinations #Wind-catchers (at Yazd, Iran) https://www.instagram.com/p/B77zKi6pE-M/?igshid=htuxsutgygp1

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Want to see a holy fire that has been burning since 1500 years ago? You can visit Yazd Zoroastrian Fire Temple. The Zoroastrian used Yazd “Towers of Silence” as open burial pits, placing their deceased relatives in rows so their bodies would be feasted upon by birds of prey. It is almost impossible to think up an itinerary for traveling to Iran and not include Yazd. This historic city, with its preserved earthen architecture, mud-brick houses, astonishing ancient monuments and the amazing cooling system -which is done through the wind catchers (also known as Badgir) – is considered to be a ‘must-see’ destination among domestic and foreign travelers in Iran. In addition, this ancient city was home to different religions throughout the centuries and as a result, many mosques, synagogues and Zoroastrian temples exist in Yazd. During Sassanid times, Yazd- that literally means God- became the center of Zoroastrians, as in time of conquering Iran by Arabs, many of them migrated to the city and settled down there. Although Islam gradually became the dominant religion of the city, there are still fire temples and other monuments related to Zoroastrians which certainly worth a visit. ‘Tower of Silence’ is among the most interesting places outlasted from that era that will leave you with an overwhelming sense of wonder after visiting it. #persiaguide #persia #iran #Yazd #unesco #unwto #beautifuldestinations #travellife #seetheworld #traveltheworld #iran_travel #holidayideas #globetrotter #irantour #touroperator #adventure #travelblogger #budgettour #iran_is_safe (at Yazd, Iran) https://www.instagram.com/p/B78M7rtJrso/?igshid=13ildflypbook

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Kharanagh village is located in a pretty remote area, about one hour away north from the Yazd city (85 kilometers). The region has been occupied for about 4000 years, but the ruins of the mud buildings you get to see dates back to around 1000 years. The village is a network of narrow streets, tunnels, and passageways which will remind you of ancient legends and stories. Here you can get lost walking through its passageways, going up to rooftops, looking out windows and contemplating the views from its terraces. It would be an exciting tour just walking among the ruins which local people have left behind. It is still a mystery why the people who lived in this city decided to leave it. Kharanaq literally means “The birthplace of the sun”. It was first mentioned by a Zoroastrian pilgrim in the 12th year of the reign of Yazdgerd, the Sassanid king. It was actually a place to rest for businessmen and travelers who were passing the silk road. So, as well as having a mosque, a ‘shaking minaret’ and many houses, the village has also a caravanserai. This guesthouse was a great accommodation for merchants and pilgrims for centuries. The castle of Kharanagh is reminiscent of the Sassanid era and dates back to around 1800 years. It occupies an area of about 1.1 hectares and is among the largest castles of the Yazd province. Another interesting site to visit in Kharanaq is a shaking minaret. To withstand earthquakes, the minaret is designed and constructed in a special way so it can move. It is built in a way that one can shake it by giving a gentle push on its upper part. There are only 3 shaking minarets in Iran and this is one of them. Although these structures have been restored, many of the surrounding buildings are in various states of ruin so it's helpful to have a guide who can navigate a safe pathway to the highlights. #persiaguide #persia #iran #tourism_iran #traveliran #travel #traveller #adventure #travelblogger #yazd #seetheworld #traveltheworld #iran_travel (at Kharanagh Historical Arg ارگ تاریخی خرانق) https://www.instagram.com/p/B7-b5GbJTJr/?igshid=dy2dkjeh2vsf

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This ancient fortress in Iran was once the oldest and largest treasury in the world. About 30 miles outside of Yazd, Iran, Sar Yazd Castle rises like a giant sand castle from the desert. Built in the 7th century, during the Sassanid Dynasty, the magnificent fortress was used to store grains and food, but also to safeguard valuables like gold and jewels when the city was under assault. The ancient bank is still in good condition and well worth the drive from Yazd. The main exterior walls and towers are intact, surrounded by a moat, and the interior is filled with 450 chambers over three floors. You can explore the maze-like interior for hours, though it will take some agility and fitness! Sar Yazd Castle was built to make it difficult to enter and navigate. Small openings made it almost impossible for intruders to enter, and narrow passages allow only one person to pass at a time. To be able to find all the hidden entrances and chambers, you really need a guide. But if you can make it to the top of the tallest tower, you will be rewarded with a stunning view of the surrounding desert and mountains, including Shirkuh, the highest peak in central Iran. The castle was also built to be impregnable with nested concentric walls, high towers, and a 20-foot-wide moat. It was a mighty citadel in its day, and lives on as a stunning architectural and historical treasure that provides a peek into the customs and culture of 7th century Iran. #persiaguide #persia #iran #tourism_iran #traveliran #travel #traveller #adventure #travelblogger #travellife #seetheworld #traveltheworld #iran_travel #unwto #unesco #unescoworldheritages #iran_is_safe #yazd #beautifuldestinations #iran #globetrotter #irantour #touroperator #webloggers #castle #history #sasanid (at saryazd castle قلعه سريزد) https://www.instagram.com/p/B8BQiYkJWkv/?igshid=a366chye61ox

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Sar Yazd Castle: This ancient fortress in Iran was once the oldest and largest treasury in the world. About 30 miles outside of Yazd, Iran, Sar Yazd Castle rises like a giant sand castle from the desert. Built in the 7th century, during the Sassanid Dynasty, the magnificent fortress was used to store grains and food, but also to safeguard valuables like gold and jewels when the city was under assault. The ancient bank is still in good condition and well worth the drive from Yazd. The main exterior walls and towers are intact, surrounded by a moat, and the interior is filled with 450 chambers over three floors. You can explore the maze-like interior for hours, though it will take some agility and fitness! Sar Yazd Castle was built to make it difficult to enter and navigate. Small openings made it almost impossible for intruders to enter, and narrow passages allow only one person to pass at a time. To be able to find all the hidden entrances and chambers, you really need a guide. But if you can make it to the top of the tallest tower, you will be rewarded with a stunning view of the surrounding desert and mountains, including Shirkuh, the highest peak in central Iran. The castle was also built to be impregnable with nested concentric walls, high towers, and a 20-foot-wide moat. It was a mighty citadel in its day, and lives on as a stunning architectural and historical treasure that provides a peek into the customs and culture of 7th century Iran. #persiaguide #persia #iran #tourism_iran #traveliran #travel #traveller #adventure #travelblogger #travellife #seetheworld #traveltheworld #iran_travel #unwto #unesco #unescoworldheritages #iran_is_safe #yazd #beautifuldestinations #iran #globetrotter #irantour #touroperator #webloggers #castle #history #sasanid (at saryazd castle قلعه سريزد) https://www.instagram.com/p/B8BQiYkJWkv/?igshid=1onxtoaymwxzq

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اي دل به سرد مهریِ دوران صبور باش کز پي رسد بهار چو پاييز بگذرد... #رهی_معیری #yazd #persiaguide #travel (at Yazd, Iran) https://www.instagram.com/p/B7_1L6qp4u7ej1j1nRtoJR7P1jq1jKZaBx50-Y0/?igshid=zpvwh7hgz7wi

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The village is located in a pretty remote area, about one hour away north from the Yazd city (85 kilometers). The region has been occupied for about 4000 years, but the ruins of the mud buildings you get to see dates back to around 1000 years. The village is a network of narrow streets, tunnels, and passageways which will remind you of ancient legends and stories. Here you can get lost walking through its passageways, going up to rooftops, looking out windows and contemplating the views from its terraces. It would be an exciting tour just walking among the ruins which local people have left behind. It is still a mystery why the people who lived in this city decided to leave it. Kharanaq literally means “The birthplace of the sun”. It was first mentioned by a Zoroastrian pilgrim in the 12th year of the reign of Yazdgerd, the Sassanid king. It was actually a place to rest for businessmen and travelers who were passing the silk road. So, as well as having a mosque, a ‘shaking minaret’ and many houses, the village has also a caravanserai. This guesthouse was a great accommodation for merchants and pilgrims for centuries. The castle of Kharanagh is reminiscent of the Sassanid era and dates back to around 1800 years. It occupies an area of about 1.1 hectares and is among the largest castles of the Yazd province. Another interesting site to visit in Kharanaq is a shaking minaret. To withstand earthquakes, the minaret is designed and constructed in a special way so it can move. It is built in a way that one can shake it by giving a gentle push on its upper part. There are only 3 shaking minarets in Iran and this is one of them. What remains in this ghost town, 70km north of Yazd, is a Qajar-era mosque, a cylindrical 17th-century shaking minaret and a caravanserai (closed at the time of research), near the entrance of the village. Although these structures have been restored, many of the surrounding buildings are in various states of ruin so it's helpful to have a guide who can navigate a safe pathway to the highlights. #persiaguide #persia #iran #tourism_iran #traveliran #travel #traveller #adventure #travelblogger #yazd #seetheworld #traveltheworld #iran_travel (at Yazd, Iran) https://www.instagram.com/p/B7-b5GbJTJr/?igshid=ui1k5nj9fpk0

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Yazd is an outstanding example of a traditional human settlement which is representative of the interaction of man and nature in a desert environment that results from the optimal use and clever management of the limited resources that are available in such an arid setting by the qanat system and the use of earth in constructing buildings with sunken courtyards and underground spaces. Besides creating pleasant micro-climate, it uses minimum amounts of materials, which provides inspiration for new architecture facing the sustainability challenges today. #persiaguide #persia #iran #Yazd #unesco #unwto #beautifuldestinations #travellife #seetheworld #traveltheworld #iran_travel #holidayideas #globetrotter #irantour #touroperator #adventure #travelblogger #budgettour #iran_is_safe (at Yazd, Iran) https://www.instagram.com/p/B78M7rtJrso/?igshid=1fl5v6h869u8g