Yazd: A Desert Paradise, UNESCO Heritage!
Yazd is a special city in Iran and the center of modern Zoroastrianism. Yazd is considered by many the oldest one piece inhabited city in the world. Due to its unique location, this historic desert town spared destruction by earthquakes, wars and invasions (such as Genghis Khan). Taking a walk in the typical adobe desert architecture through the labyrinth of alleys is an enchanting experience. Yazd hardly knows high rise making the view from the rooftop is breathtaking, especially at dawn and at the fall of the night. The Azan call to prayer from the minarets takes you on a journey to a nostalgic past. Yazd is located on the ancient Silk Road and Marco Polo has spent a night in the Caravanserai. The old town with its traditional houses joined together is a living monument to himself. Some so-called “friendship” alleys you cannot pass each other without having to socialize with each other. Getting lost in the Old Town is not difficult. But then the minarets of the 13th century mosque Jameeh suddenly there rise above you. Perhaps a million pieces of colored mosaics adorn the façade in beautiful geometric patterns.
Yazd has many attractions including the Ateshkadeh fire temple, Dowlat Abad Persian garden, the Zoroastrian Dakhmeh silence towers, the Qanat water museum, the central Amir Chaqmaq complex, bazaar, Khan Bath and many traditional houses with Badgir wind towers, some of which now serve as boutique hotels.
Yazdis are naturally curious and like to chat with you. With respect for local traditions and customs, you can enjoy a wonderful stay in an enchanting desert city.