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Zoroastrians Towers of Silence
Ancient funerary towers with a unique history
Attraction
Duration: 1 Hour
Distance to city centre: 8.1km
Hours: Closed
Opens: 9:00 AM Friday
The Zoroastrians Towers of Silence in Yazd are ancient burial sites where followers of the Zoroastrian faith placed their dead to be exposed to the elements. This practice was part of their belief in the purity of earth, water, and fire. Visitors can explore the structures and learn about the Zoroastrian traditions and rituals.
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