Yazd walking route: Towers of Silence to Amir Chakhmaq

This 12.4 km interactive route maps five key sites in Yazd, Iran: the Towers of Silence, Atashkadeh of Yazd,

Stops on this route

Towers of Silence — Ancient circular stone Zoroastrian funerary structures (Dakhme Zartoshtian) on barren hills at the edge of Yazd.
Amir Chakhmaq Complex — Massive three-tiered complex in downtown Yazd.
Yazd Bazaar (old bazaar) — Historic covered market in Yazd, explored as a night market.
Jameh Mosque of Yazd — Historic mosque with a tall blue-tiled entrance portal (mentioned as the Gemma Mosque).
Atashkadeh of Yazd (Serestian fire temple) — Zoroastrian fire temple where a holy fire has been burning.

Tip: Climbing to the Towers of Silence involves a stair climb, which the guide estimates at roughly 50 to 100 steps.
Tip: The guide says a tour guide is required to obtain a tourist visa for Iran, and the guide's company can arrange this.
Transport: With a short trip, the classic route is the center of the country (Shiraz and Esfahan). With 14 days or more, you can add nature, history, and culture.
Food: At the traditional garden restaurant, try Yazdi Shuli, a vegetable soup made from beetroot, lentils, and spinach. Staff gave recommendations at the buffet.
Food: Try Yazd's sweets such as gaz, baklava, and sohan asali. Locals buy boxes of them as gifts, and the guide notes they taste best fresh in Yazd.
Timing: The Amir Chakhmaq Complex looks best at night when it is lit up, though it is also beautiful during the day.
Timing: Old quarter streets were quiet and had few people when the guide visited, so it can be a good time for a calmer visit.
Timing: For sunset, the rooftop cafes are very popular. The guide found the rooftop he visited crowded, with simple cushions and carpets for seating.