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One of the last remaining mud cities in Iran. Quite touristy place.
Kharanaq is a village in Robatat Rural District of Kharanaq District, Ardakan County, Yazd province, serving as capital of both the district and the rural district. Kharanaq is 70 km north of the city of Yazd.
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You will get familiar with Persian traditions, literature, music and some of the customs associated with the Iranian night gathering. Welcome drink, Persian storytelling, live Persian classical music (the Setar playing), fresh fruits, Yazdi cake with bitter orange blossom tea, narrating Persian anecdotes, and a three course dinner are included in this nightly event. It is held in a quiet and pleasant atmosphere. Reservations are necessary and sufficient bookings are required for the event to be held.
Also known as Ziaiyyeh school
Neither built by Alexander the Great nor a prison, but a 15th-century domed school. Guides say the deep well in the middle of its courtyard was built by Alexander the Great and was used as a dungeon although this is not confirmed. Apart from the well there is nothing else to see, so it can easily be skipped.
Friday Mosque
Dating to the 14th century, it is well worth a visit. It is an example of finest Persian mosaics and excellent architecture. Its minarets are the highest in the country. Admire it at night when it is lit up.
With a building with a beautiful large badgir. One of nine Persian gardens inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.