Yazd is also known as City of Bicycles, because of its early adoption of cycling, and its boasting the highest number of bicycles per capita in Iran. It is reported that bicycle culture in Iran …

Yazd, city, capital of Yazd province, central Iran. The city dates from the 5th century ce and was described as the “noble city of Yazd” by Marco Polo. It stands on a mostly barren sand-ridden …

Jul 9, 2017 · The City of Yazd is located in the deserts of Iran close to the Spice and Silk Roads. It is a living testimony to intelligent use of limited available resources in the desert for survival.

Sitting in the crossroads of the Silk Road, the city of Yazd emerges as an oasis from the barren Iranian desert. Made almost entirely out of heavy clay soil, the city has flourished for centuries …

Top Things to Do in Yazd Check out must-see sights and activities: Towers of silence, Zoroastrian Fire Temple, Sacred & Religious Sites, Ancient Ruins. For personalized recommendations, try …

Yazd, the City of Wind Catchers. Read about the attractions you can visit in Yazd and see photos of this city in this article.

Oct 20, 2025 · In the heart of Iran’s desert lies Yazd, a city that seems to ooze charm and history at every turn. Known as the “City of Windcatchers,” this heritage-listed treasure showcases …

Feb 20, 2025 · The desert city of Yazd is as picturesque as Middle Eastern cities come. Its well-preserved mud brick old town, distinctive badgirs, or wind-catchers, dotted around the skyline, …

Jul 28, 2023 · Yazd, situated in central Iran, is perhaps of the most established consistently possessed city on the planet, with a set of experiences that goes back millennia. The city’s …

Yazd is a desert city in central Iran and the capital of the Yazd province. It is an ancient city dating back to the Sassanian period (224-651 AD). It is nicknamed "the City of Windcatchers" in …