Ancient Persian 'Towers of Silence'

A Sunset Spectacle of Life and Death #HiddenTravelGems 🌍 As we drove to the Towers of Silence, the sun was setting, casting a golden glow over the landscape. 🚗🌅 We climbed slowly up the small hill, and at the top stood the cylindrical brick structure—an ancient Zoroastrian sky burial site. From the summit, we gazed out over hundreds of miles of barren desert, a scene both desolate and awe-inspiring. 🏜️🏛️ In ancient times, followers of Zoroastrianism would place their deceased on these towers, where vultures would consume the bodies. 🦅💀 The remaining bones were collected by Zoroastrian priests and placed into a central pit. Today, sky burial rituals are nearly extinct in Iran, and the Towers of Silence serve only as a historical site for visitors. 🕊️📜 📌 Location: Towers of Silence, Yazd, Iran (Google Maps: Towers of Silence) 🚘 Transportation: Located in the southern suburbs of Yazd, there’s no direct public transport. It’s best to hire a private car from the city. 📝 Tips: Yazd is a conservative region, so respect local customs to avoid conflicts. Women should wear headscarves and long sleeves or pants, ensuring ankles are covered. 🧕👖 #Iran 🇮🇷 #MiddleEastTravel 🌍 #IranTravel ✈️ #HiddenTravelTips 🗺️ #CulturalSites 🕌 #TravelDiary 📖 #AroundTheWorld 🌏 #Yazd 🏜️ #WorldHeritage 🏛️