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Towers of Silence
Bästa tid att besöka
It is worth arriving 1-2 hours before sunset, because the orange light falling on the desert and the towers creates an almost mystical atmosphere. The morning hours are also good, as there are fewer visitors and the temperature is still bearable.
Budgettips
The entrance fee is 200,000 Iranian rials (approx. 1-2 USD), which is a very small expense. There is no free day, but the ticket price includes a short briefing at the information center.
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History enthusiasts who seek the deeper layers of cultures, Lovers of silence and stillness, Photographers looking for the mystical atmosphere of the desert and the sunset, Adventurous travelers who step out of the tourist traps
Planera ditt besök
1-2 hours
Om
Snabba fakta: According to the Zoroastrian funeral ritual, the bodies were exposed to the vultures on this elevated site. The towers built in the 6th century no longer host ceremonies, but the spirit of the place remains just as strong.
Höjdpunkter: Inside the towers there is nothing frightening and no spectacular architectural elements. What can be felt on the hilltop is the complete silence and the 2500-year-old wisdom that death does not mean the end of life, but the return to nature.
Insidertips
- Bring water and a hat with you, because there is no shade on the hilltop and the desert sun can be relentless.
- Do not just look at the towers, but also walk around the hill, from where a stunning panorama opens up to the city and the desert.
- Local pilgrims often leave small offerings at the base of the towers. Do not take them or touch them.
- It is worth spending 10 minutes in the small museum at the entrance, because the exhibited objects help understand the ritual process.
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