Tag: Travel to Yazd Iran
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The Zoroastrian Dakhma (cemetery) of Yazd
Here the carrion birds feasted on the deadFor 2,500 years Zoroastrians left their dead outside to be consumed by carrion birds. The idea behind the dakhma cemetery (Persian: دخمه) was to avoid contaminating the soil and the fire, both of which are considered sacred to Zoroastrians. The place they ceremonially laid out the bodies is called also known as the Tower of…
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Persian Hospitality vs. Iranian Hotel Fiascos
Nartitee Ecolodge is an example of a “homestay” option outshining typical Iranian hotel.Nartitee Ecolodge is fantastic lodging option for tourists visiting of Yazd, Iran. This the story of our visit in 2017.
