Abarkouh

Abarkouh (also spelled Abarqo or Abarkouh) is a historical city in Yazd Province, in central Iran.
The city is located on the edge of the great deserts of Dasht-e Kavir and Dasht-e Lut, and has long been one of the most important settlements and caravan stations on the trade route between Shiraz, Yazd, and Isfahan.
The special geographical location of Abarkouh makes it a meeting place for various cultures and civilizations. Its traditional architecture, mostly made of mud, is a symbol of human adaptation to the harsh climatic conditions and life in the heart of the desert.

The city of Abarkouh is most famous for the Abarkouh cypress. An ancient and majestic tree that is said to be more than four thousand years old and is considered one of the oldest living things in the world. In addition, there are numerous historical monuments in the city, such as traditional glaciers, windbreaks, and Qajar-era houses, which display a glimpse of its past glory and prosperity. The collection of these works has made Abarkooh one of the shining examples of the historical and cultural heritage of Iran’s desert regions.