IRAN - Exploring Yazd: Zoorkhaneh, the most traditional sport in Iran

🟦 Yazd is a city located in central Iran, known for its unique architecture, ancient history, and rich cultural heritage. It is one of the oldest cities in the world and has been inhabited for over 5,000 years.

Zoorkhaneh is the house of strength, not only for the body but also for the soul and spirit. An ancient traditional Iranian sports club, dating back to the Zoroastrianism and Mithraism era (almost 700 years ago) where the athletes train rigorously with live music playing with Zarb (Persian drum) and poems of Shahnameh, the masterpiece epic book of Ferdowsi (ancient Iranian poet).

In the Iranian Culture, Zoorkhaneh is a sacred place where physical activity is combined with art and literature. Having a strong morality, devotion, and honorary manner is as important as having a strong body. The ritual is taken place in a building shaped as a dome with an octagonal recessed arena (Gowd) surrounded by terraced seats. The entrance door is short therefore when entering, everyone must bow their head to respect this place and people.


🎥 Filmed On November 2023
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🔻Equipment Used :
Camera : iPhone 8
Software Editing : Adobe After Effect
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