With its rich history in traditional architecture, handicrafts, and local culture, it is recognized as one of the most important historical, religious, and economic centers in the region. Ardakan attracts many tourists each year due to its adobe buildings, beautiful windcatchers, and ancient qanats. Handicrafts such as Zilu weaving, traditional sweets, and mineral industries are among the city’s prominent economic features.
Ardakan boasts numerous tourist attractions, among the most significant of which are:
- The Chack Chack Fire Temple
- The Jameh Mosque
- The Taghdiri House
- The Old Houses
- The Pir-e-Herisht Pilgrimage Site
Ardakan, a historic city in Yazd Province, is recognized as one of the most important cultural and tourist centers in the Iranian desert, distinguished by its adobe architecture, windcatchers, and unique handicrafts.