Yazd Fire Temple, Fire temple in Yazd, Iran
The Yazd Fire Temple is a house of prayer in Yazd that shelters a sacred flame within a glass enclosure. The stone and brick structure surrounds the central shrine with gardens planted with fruit trees.
The sacred flame originates from 470 and found its permanent location in this building, constructed in 1934 in Pahlavi style from stone and brick. The temple represents a key period in preserving Zoroastrian religious practice in modern times.
The temple houses one of nine Atash Behrams in the world, the highest grade of sacred fire in Zoroastrian tradition. Visitors can observe how believers use this holy space and experience the religious meaning of the flame in their daily practice.
The temple is accessible during set visiting hours, and guests can view the sacred flame through protective glass panels. It is important to be respectful and follow the rules for this sacred site.
The sacred flame has burned continuously for over 1500 years, making it one of the longest-burning ceremonial fires in the world. This long continuity makes the site a remarkable witness to the survival of an ancient religious tradition.
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