The Journey
Jame mosque in Yazd
Throughout the middle east, one of the things that always stick out is the intricate design of entrances to a mosque. I am always blown away when seeing the amount of detail and work that must have gone into building this incredible structure.
The Journey
Sadri (Namir) Gardens
Sadri Gardens is a great example of Persian architecture. I love the archways and how the face of the building looks like the face of an owl. This is a must-visit site when visiting Yazd.
The Journey
Mazraeh-ye Kalantar
Being Yazdi, and having the opportunity to travel back to the village my mom’s family is from was a great joy. I love learning history; walking through this village and looking at it from the rooftops was breathtaking. The inside of the homes is modernized while the outside maintains the Read more…
The Journey
Good Words, Good Thoughts, Good Deeds
As a child, I remember going inside Seti Pir, uncertain of the significance while in awe of the simplicity and beauty. On this last visit, seeing this sign, I had a moment to reflect as I started my own Piroon journey (Zoroastrian Holy Pilgrimage). Each site that I visited had Read more…