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  • Ateshkadeh. Often referred to as the Zoroastrian Fire Temple, this elegant neoclassical building, reflected in an oval pool in the garden courtyard, houses a flame that is said to have been burning since about AD 470. Visible through a window from the entrance hall, the flame was transferred to Ardakan in 1174, to Yazd in 1474 and to its present site in 1940. It is cherished (not worshipped) by the followers of the Zoroastrian faith – the oldest of the world's monotheistic religions.
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  • With its numerous badgirs (windtowers) rising above a labyrinth of adobe roofs, the historic old city of Yazd is one of the oldest towns on earth. Listed as a Unesco World Heritage site, it encompasses thousands of ancient dwellings, screened from the narrow kuches (lanes) by imposing mud walls.
    em2902083.jpg
  • Dakhmeh-ye Zartoshtiyun. Abandoned in the 1960s, these evocative Zoroastrian Towers of Silence are set on two lonely, barren hilltops on the southern outskirts of Yazd. Several buildings used for the ceremonial preparation of bodies dot the site. After the bodies were left to the vultures.
    em2902246.jpg
  • Ateshkadeh. Often referred to as the Zoroastrian Fire Temple, this elegant neoclassical building, reflected in an oval pool in the garden courtyard, houses a flame that is said to have been burning since about AD 470. Visible through a window from the entrance hall, the flame was transferred to Ardakan in 1174, to Yazd in 1474 and to its present site in 1940. It is cherished (not worshipped) by the followers of the Zoroastrian faith – the oldest of the world's monotheistic religions.
    em2902133.jpg
  • Dakhmeh-ye Zartoshtiyun old cemetery, on the back the new city. Abandoned in the 1960s, these evocative Zoroastrian Towers of Silence are set on two lonely, barren hilltops on the southern outskirts of Yazd. Several buildings used for the ceremonial preparation of bodies dot the site. Afeter the bodies were left to the vultures.
    em2902128.jpg
  • With its numerous badgirs (windtowers) rising above a labyrinth of adobe roofs, the historic old city of Yazd is one of the oldest towns on earth. Listed as a Unesco World Heritage site, it encompasses thousands of ancient dwellings, screened from the narrow kuches (lanes) by imposing mud walls.
    em2902081.jpg
  • Dakhmeh-ye Zartoshtiyun. Abandoned in the 1960s, these evocative Zoroastrian Towers of Silence are set on two lonely, barren hilltops on the southern outskirts of Yazd. Several buildings used for the ceremonial preparation of bodies dot the site. After the bodies were left to the vultures.
    em2902114.jpg
  • With its numerous badgirs (windtowers) rising above a labyrinth of adobe roofs, the historic old city of Yazd is one of the oldest towns on earth. Listed as a Unesco World Heritage site, it encompasses thousands of ancient dwellings, screened from the narrow kuches (lanes) by imposing mud walls.
    em2902235.jpg
  • Ateshkadeh. Often referred to as the Zoroastrian Fire Temple, this elegant neoclassical building, reflected in an oval pool in the garden courtyard, houses a flame that is said to have been burning since about AD 470. Visible through a window from the entrance hall, the flame was transferred to Ardakan in 1174, to Yazd in 1474 and to its present site in 1940. It is cherished (not worshipped) by the followers of the Zoroastrian faith – the oldest of the world's monotheistic religions.
    em2902145.jpg
  • Dakhmeh-ye Zartoshtiyun. Abandoned in the 1960s, these evocative Zoroastrian Towers of Silence are set on two lonely, barren hilltops on the southern outskirts of Yazd. Several buildings used for the ceremonial preparation of bodies dot the site. Afeter the bodies were left to the vultures.
    em2902099.jpg
  • Dakhmeh-ye Zartoshtiyun old cemetery, on the back the new city. Abandoned in the 1960s, these evocative Zoroastrian Towers of Silence are set on two lonely, barren hilltops on the southern outskirts of Yazd. Several buildings used for the ceremonial preparation of bodies dot the site. Afeter the bodies were left to the vultures.
    em2902125.jpg
  • Dakhmeh-ye Zartoshtiyun. Abandoned in the 1960s, these evocative Zoroastrian Towers of Silence are set on two lonely, barren hilltops on the southern outskirts of Yazd. Several buildings used for the ceremonial preparation of bodies dot the site. Afeter the bodies were left to the vultures.
    em2902119.jpg
  • Dakhmeh-ye Zartoshtiyun. Abandoned in the 1960s, these evocative Zoroastrian Towers of Silence are set on two lonely, barren hilltops on the southern outskirts of Yazd. Several buildings used for the ceremonial preparation of bodies dot the site. Afeter the bodies were left to the vultures.
    em2902116.jpg
  • Dakhmeh-ye Zartoshtiyun. Abandoned in the 1960s, these evocative Zoroastrian Towers of Silence are set on two lonely, barren hilltops on the southern outskirts of Yazd. Several buildings used for the ceremonial preparation of bodies dot the site. Afeter the bodies were left to the vultures.
    em2902104.jpg
  • Dakhmeh-ye Zartoshtiyun. Abandoned in the 1960s, these evocative Zoroastrian Towers of Silence are set on two lonely, barren hilltops on the southern outskirts of Yazd. Several buildings used for the ceremonial preparation of bodies dot the site. Afeter the bodies were left to the vultures.
    em2902101.jpg
  • Dakhmeh-ye Zartoshtiyun. Abandoned in the 1960s, these evocative Zoroastrian Towers of Silence are set on two lonely, barren hilltops on the southern outskirts of Yazd. Several buildings used for the ceremonial preparation of bodies dot the site. Afeter the bodies were left to the vultures.
    em2902096.jpg
  • With its numerous badgirs (windtowers) rising above a labyrinth of adobe roofs, the historic old city of Yazd is one of the oldest towns on earth. Listed as a Unesco World Heritage site, it encompasses thousands of ancient dwellings, screened from the narrow kuches (lanes) by imposing mud walls.
    em2902092.jpg
  • With its numerous badgirs (windtowers) rising above a labyrinth of adobe roofs, the historic old city of Yazd is one of the oldest towns on earth. Listed as a Unesco World Heritage site, it encompasses thousands of ancient dwellings, screened from the narrow kuches (lanes) by imposing mud walls.
    em2902085.jpg
  • Dakhmeh-ye Zartoshtiyun. Abandoned in the 1960s, these evocative Zoroastrian Towers of Silence are set on two lonely, barren hilltops on the southern outskirts of Yazd. Several buildings used for the ceremonial preparation of bodies dot the site. After the bodies were left to the vultures.
    em2902105.jpg
  • With its numerous badgirs (windtowers) rising above a labyrinth of adobe roofs, the historic old city of Yazd is one of the oldest towns on earth. Listed as a Unesco World Heritage site, it encompasses thousands of ancient dwellings, screened from the narrow kuches (lanes) by imposing mud walls.
    em2902089.jpg
  • Dakhmeh-ye Zartoshtiyun. Abandoned in the 1960s, these evocative Zoroastrian Towers of Silence are set on two lonely, barren hilltops on the southern outskirts of Yazd. Several buildings used for the ceremonial preparation of bodies dot the site. After the bodies were left to the vultures.
    em2902093.jpg
  • Ateshkadeh. Often referred to as the Zoroastrian Fire Temple, this elegant neoclassical building, reflected in an oval pool in the garden courtyard, houses a flame that is said to have been burning since about AD 470. Visible through a window from the entrance hall, the flame was transferred to Ardakan in 1174, to Yazd in 1474 and to its present site in 1940. It is cherished (not worshipped) by the followers of the Zoroastrian faith – the oldest of the world's monotheistic religions.
    em2902137.jpg
  • Chakhmaq square. On the back some wintowers, or wind catchers, a traditional Iranian architectural element to create natural ventilation in buildings.
    em2902194.jpg
  • Chakhmaq square. On the back some windtowers, or wind catchers, a traditional Iranian architectural element to create natural ventilation in buildings.
    em2902197.jpg
  • Masjed-e Jameh mosque.<br />
Built for Sayyed Roknaddin in the 15th century, the mosque is built on 12th-century foundations over a former fire temple. This this magnificent building is graced with a tiled entrance portal (one of the tallest in Iran), flanked by two 48m-high minarets and adorned with inscriptions from the 15th century. The exquisite mosaics on the dome and mihrab, and the tiles above the main western entrance to the courtyard are masterpieces of calligraphy, evoking sacred names in infinitely complex patterns.
    em2902188.jpg
  • Panoramic view of the old town. From the left, Masjed-e Jameh mosque, Bogheh-ye-Seyed Roknaddin tiled dome, and a wind tower.
    em2902226.jpg
  • Masjed-e Jameh mosque.<br />
Built for Sayyed Roknaddin in the 15th century, the mosque is built on 12th-century foundations over a former fire temple. This this magnificent building is graced with a tiled entrance portal (one of the tallest in Iran), flanked by two 48m-high minarets and adorned with inscriptions from the 15th century. The exquisite mosaics on the dome and mihrab, and the tiles above the main western entrance to the courtyard are masterpieces of calligraphy, evoking sacred names in infinitely complex patterns.
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  • New areas south of the city.
    em2902131.jpg
  • Old town, a traditional craftman.
    em2902241.jpg
  • Masjed-e Jameh mosque.<br />
Built for Sayyed Roknaddin in the 15th century, the mosque is built on 12th-century foundations over a former fire temple. This this magnificent building is graced with a tiled entrance portal (one of the tallest in Iran), flanked by two 48m-high minarets and adorned with inscriptions from the 15th century. The exquisite mosaics on the dome and mihrab, and the tiles above the main western entrance to the courtyard are masterpieces of calligraphy, evoking sacred names in infinitely complex patterns.
    em2902037.jpg
  • women inside the Masjed-e Jameh mosque.<br />
Built for Sayyed Roknaddin in the 15th century, the mosque is built on 12th-century foundations over a former fire temple. This this magnificent building is graced with a tiled entrance portal (one of the tallest in Iran), flanked by two 48m-high minarets and adorned with inscriptions from the 15th century. The exquisite mosaics on the dome and mihrab, and the tiles above the main western entrance to the courtyard are masterpieces of calligraphy, evoking sacred names in infinitely complex patterns.
    em2902184.jpg
  • Bogheh-ye-Seyed Roknaddin. is the tomb of a important local man, with a beautiful tiled dome. on the back the Masjed-e Jameh mosque.
    em2902217.jpg
  • Masjed-e Jameh mosque.<br />
Built for Sayyed Roknaddin in the 15th century, the mosque is built on 12th-century foundations over a former fire temple. This this magnificent building is graced with a tiled entrance portal (one of the tallest in Iran), flanked by two 48m-high minarets and adorned with inscriptions from the 15th century. The exquisite mosaics on the dome and mihrab, and the tiles above the main western entrance to the courtyard are masterpieces of calligraphy, evoking sacred names in infinitely complex patterns.
    em2902166.jpg
  • Masjed-e Jameh mosque.<br />
Built for Sayyed Roknaddin in the 15th century, the mosque is built on 12th-century foundations over a former fire temple. This this magnificent building is graced with a tiled entrance portal (one of the tallest in Iran), flanked by two 48m-high minarets and adorned with inscriptions from the 15th century. The exquisite mosaics on the dome and mihrab, and the tiles above the main western entrance to the courtyard are masterpieces of calligraphy, evoking sacred names in infinitely complex patterns.
    em2902157.jpg
  • Masjed-e Jameh mosque.<br />
Built for Sayyed Roknaddin in the 15th century, the mosque is built on 12th-century foundations over a former fire temple. This this magnificent building is graced with a tiled entrance portal (one of the tallest in Iran), flanked by two 48m-high minarets and adorned with inscriptions from the 15th century. The exquisite mosaics on the dome and mihrab, and the tiles above the main western entrance to the courtyard are masterpieces of calligraphy, evoking sacred names in infinitely complex patterns.
    em2902044.jpg
  • Chakhmaq square. On the back some windtowers, or wind catchers, a traditional Iranian architectural element to create natural ventilation in buildings.
    em2902196.jpg
  • Old town, traditional house.
    em2902243.jpg
  • Panoramic view of the old town. From the left, Masjed-e Jameh mosque, Bogheh-ye-Seyed Roknaddin tiled dome, and a wind tower.
    em2902221.jpg
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  • Masjed-e Jameh mosque.<br />
Built for Sayyed Roknaddin in the 15th century, the mosque is built on 12th-century foundations over a former fire temple. This this magnificent building is graced with a tiled entrance portal (one of the tallest in Iran), flanked by two 48m-high minarets and adorned with inscriptions from the 15th century. The exquisite mosaics on the dome and mihrab, and the tiles above the main western entrance to the courtyard are masterpieces of calligraphy, evoking sacred names in infinitely complex patterns.
    em2902189.jpg
  • women inside the Masjed-e Jameh mosque.<br />
Built for Sayyed Roknaddin in the 15th century, the mosque is built on 12th-century foundations over a former fire temple. This this magnificent building is graced with a tiled entrance portal (one of the tallest in Iran), flanked by two 48m-high minarets and adorned with inscriptions from the 15th century. The exquisite mosaics on the dome and mihrab, and the tiles above the main western entrance to the courtyard are masterpieces of calligraphy, evoking sacred names in infinitely complex patterns.
    em2902187.jpg
  • Masjed-e Jameh mosque.<br />
Built for Sayyed Roknaddin in the 15th century, the mosque is built on 12th-century foundations over a former fire temple. This this magnificent building is graced with a tiled entrance portal (one of the tallest in Iran), flanked by two 48m-high minarets and adorned with inscriptions from the 15th century. The exquisite mosaics on the dome and mihrab, and the tiles above the main western entrance to the courtyard are masterpieces of calligraphy, evoking sacred names in infinitely complex patterns.
    em2902160.jpg
  • Amir Chakhmaq Mosque Complex. The stunning three-storey facade of this Hosseinieh is one of the largest such structures in Iran. The rows of perfectly proportioned sunken alcoves are at their best at night.
    em2902060.jpg
  • Amir Chakhmaq Mosque Complex. The stunning three-storey facade of this Hosseinieh is one of the largest such structures in Iran. The rows of perfectly proportioned sunken alcoves are at their best at night.
    em2902049.jpg
  • Masjed-e Jameh mosque.<br />
Built for Sayyed Roknaddin in the 15th century, the mosque is built on 12th-century foundations over a former fire temple. This this magnificent building is graced with a tiled entrance portal (one of the tallest in Iran), flanked by two 48m-high minarets and adorned with inscriptions from the 15th century. The exquisite mosaics on the dome and mihrab, and the tiles above the main western entrance to the courtyard are masterpieces of calligraphy, evoking sacred names in infinitely complex patterns.
    em2902014.jpg
  • Masjed-e Jameh mosque.<br />
Built for Sayyed Roknaddin in the 15th century, the mosque is built on 12th-century foundations over a former fire temple. This this magnificent building is graced with a tiled entrance portal (one of the tallest in Iran), flanked by two 48m-high minarets and adorned with inscriptions from the 15th century. The exquisite mosaics on the dome and mihrab, and the tiles above the main western entrance to the courtyard are masterpieces of calligraphy, evoking sacred names in infinitely complex patterns.
    em2902001.jpg
  • women inside the Masjed-e Jameh mosque.<br />
Built for Sayyed Roknaddin in the 15th century, the mosque is built on 12th-century foundations over a former fire temple. This this magnificent building is graced with a tiled entrance portal (one of the tallest in Iran), flanked by two 48m-high minarets and adorned with inscriptions from the 15th century. The exquisite mosaics on the dome and mihrab, and the tiles above the main western entrance to the courtyard are masterpieces of calligraphy, evoking sacred names in infinitely complex patterns.
    em2902180.jpg
  • Amir Chakhmaq Mosque Complex. The stunning three-storey facade of this Hosseinieh is one of the largest such structures in Iran. The rows of perfectly proportioned sunken alcoves are at their best at night.
    em2902072.jpg
  • women inside the Masjed-e Jameh mosque.<br />
Built for Sayyed Roknaddin in the 15th century, the mosque is built on 12th-century foundations over a former fire temple. This this magnificent building is graced with a tiled entrance portal (one of the tallest in Iran), flanked by two 48m-high minarets and adorned with inscriptions from the 15th century. The exquisite mosaics on the dome and mihrab, and the tiles above the main western entrance to the courtyard are masterpieces of calligraphy, evoking sacred names in infinitely complex patterns.
    em2902169.jpg
  • Bogheh-ye-Seyed Roknaddin. is the tomb of a important local man, with a beautiful tiled dome. On the back the Masjed-e Jameh mosque.
    em2902215.jpg
  • Chakhmaq square. On the back some wintowers, or wind catchers, a traditional Iranian architectural element to create natural ventilation in buildings.
    em2902203.jpg
  • Masjed-e Jameh mosque.<br />
Built for Sayyed Roknaddin in the 15th century, the mosque is built on 12th-century foundations over a former fire temple. This this magnificent building is graced with a tiled entrance portal (one of the tallest in Iran), flanked by two 48m-high minarets and adorned with inscriptions from the 15th century. The exquisite mosaics on the dome and mihrab, and the tiles above the main western entrance to the courtyard are masterpieces of calligraphy, evoking sacred names in infinitely complex patterns.
    em2902163.jpg
  • Amir Chakhmaq Mosque Complex. The stunning three-storey facade of this Hosseinieh is one of the largest such structures in Iran. The rows of perfectly proportioned sunken alcoves are at their best at night.
    em2902064.jpg
  • Masjed-e Jameh mosque.<br />
Built for Sayyed Roknaddin in the 15th century, the mosque is built on 12th-century foundations over a former fire temple. This this magnificent building is graced with a tiled entrance portal (one of the tallest in Iran), flanked by two 48m-high minarets and adorned with inscriptions from the 15th century. The exquisite mosaics on the dome and mihrab, and the tiles above the main western entrance to the courtyard are masterpieces of calligraphy, evoking sacred names in infinitely complex patterns.
    em2902193.jpg
  • Masjed-e Jameh mosque.<br />
Built for Sayyed Roknaddin in the 15th century, the mosque is built on 12th-century foundations over a former fire temple. This this magnificent building is graced with a tiled entrance portal (one of the tallest in Iran), flanked by two 48m-high minarets and adorned with inscriptions from the 15th century. The exquisite mosaics on the dome and mihrab, and the tiles above the main western entrance to the courtyard are masterpieces of calligraphy, evoking sacred names in infinitely complex patterns.
    em2902191.jpg
  • Masjed-e Jameh mosque.<br />
Built for Sayyed Roknaddin in the 15th century, the mosque is built on 12th-century foundations over a former fire temple. This this magnificent building is graced with a tiled entrance portal (one of the tallest in Iran), flanked by two 48m-high minarets and adorned with inscriptions from the 15th century. The exquisite mosaics on the dome and mihrab, and the tiles above the main western entrance to the courtyard are masterpieces of calligraphy, evoking sacred names in infinitely complex patterns.
    em2902153.jpg
  • Amir Chakhmaq Mosque Complex. The stunning three-storey facade of this Hosseinieh is one of the largest such structures in Iran. The rows of perfectly proportioned sunken alcoves are at their best at night.
    em2902053.jpg
  • Young singer near Masjed-e Jameh mosque.
    em2902033.jpg
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