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The
city of Yazd’s first mention in historic records
predate it back to
around 3000 years BC when it was related to by
the name of Ysatis, and was then part of the domain of Medes, an ancient settler of Iran. In the course of history due to its distance from important
capitals and its harsh natural surrounding, Yazd remained immune to major troops'
movements and destruction from wars, therefore it kept many of its traditions, city forms and architecture until recent times. During the invasion of Genghis
Khan in the early 1200’s AD Yazd became a safe haven and home for many
artists, intellectuals and scientists fleeing their war ravaged cities around
Persia.
For
a brief period, Yazd was the capital of Atabakan and Mozaffarid dynasties
(14th Century AD). During Qajar dynasty (18th Century AD)
it was ruled by the Bakhtiari Khans.
The
City and province of Yazd hold many wonders of historic and architectural
significance. A Zoroastrian
Fire Temple in Yazd holds a traditional fire which has
been kept alight by Zoroastrian priests, continuously for over 1100 years. The
Fort of
Naren is Iran’s largest mud brick structure predating Islam. Caravansaries,
Islamic architecture including the Jamea Mosque and many other
works and art forms go
back over 1000 years. Yazd’s wind-towers, which act as
natural cooling
systems for homes and public
structures, remain a marvel of world architectural design and innovation. In
addition, the city sat on the path of the ancient Silk Road and was the lodging
and visiting spot for many travelers and merchants. Marco Polo in his
travelogues titles the city: “the noble city of Yazd”
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