Yazd


The city of Yazd is located to the north of Ardestan, to the south of Taft in the east of Bafq and to the west of Esfahan province.
Yazd is the center of the province and is located 689 kilometer from Tehran. It is located in an extensive valley facing the desert.
Consequently, its weather is hot and arid in summer and cold in winter, which are some specifications of the weather of this territory.
In the 5th century AH.coinciding with the settlement of the sons of Abu-Jafar Kakoo in Yazd, the development of this city began, and the walls of Yazd were constructed. The Atabakans, took an interest in development of the city of Yazd constructed many schools and mosques.

 

During the Al-Mozaffar era many villages and underground canals were constructed.
During the Mongol invasion many scholars and artists of the 7th and 8th century settled in this city for more protection.
They chose this city as a center for their scientific and artistic activities. At that time many mosques and schools were built.

UNESCO has recognized Yazd as a city having the second oldest architecture in the world.
 

 
 

 

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