Yazd, Provincial capital in central Iran
Description
Yazd is the capital of its namesake province in central Iran and sits on a desert plain between two mountain ranges. The built area extends from the historic old town core with its winding lanes to modern neighborhoods at the city edges.
History
The city was founded in the 3rd century and developed into a trade hub along the Silk Road. Under the rule of different dynasties it remained a center of textile production for centuries.
Culture
The old town shows clay brick houses whose narrow lanes provide shade and form cool passages. Residents use their house courtyards as private retreats, while rooftops serve as sleeping spaces during summer months.
Practical
The old town is best explored on foot, as many lanes are too narrow for vehicles. Those wanting to visit the surrounding area will find taxi drivers and local travel agencies near the large squares.
Did you know?
An underground network of water channels has supplied the city with water from distant mountains for over a thousand years. These tunnels often run several kilometers below the surface and are accessible through regular shafts for maintenance work.
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Amir Chaghmagh Square
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Jameh Mosque of Yazd
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Amir Chakhmaq Mosque
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Markar Clock Tower
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Rukn al-Din Mausoleum
477 m
Nassiri Stadium
5.7 km
Davazdah Imam Shrine
886 m
Yazd Water Museum
263 m
Navvab Vakil House
870 m
Alexander's Prison
923 m
Lari House (Fahadan)
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Imamzadeh Jafar (Yazd)
615 m
Moshir Caravanserai
546 m
Malekzadeh House (Yazd)
823 m
Imamzadeh Gol-e Sorkh
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Abol-Qasem Caravanserai
768 m
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971 m
Amir Chakhmaq Tekiyeh
454 m
Cham Fire Temple
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Mulla Ismael Mosque
448 m
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