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Yazd
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Between Isfahan and Kerman, at the edge of the desert, Yazd is one of the oldest cities in the world. Its historic centre features stunning traditional adobe architecture, perfectly adapted to the harsh desert and mountain climate. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Overview of Yazd
Between Isfahan and Kerman, at the edge of the desert, Yazd is one of the oldest cities in the world. Its historic centre boasts stunning traditional adobe architecture, perfectly adapted to the harsh desert and mountain climate. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
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- Type of place: city.
- Tourist interest: (must-see or highly recommended).
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- Population: 505,037 inhabitants (2012).
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- Altitude: 1,216 metres.
- Website: www.iranvisitor.com/yazd-guide