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2024-12-17 18:33
By Afshin Majlesi
Windcatchers in Iran: a cooling marvel of ancient ingenuity
Imagine living in an oasis house during the scorching summer heat. It might sound unbearable, but thanks to the ingenuity of ancient engineers, towering windcatchers transformed these homes into havens of comfort!
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2024-07-23 17:58
Wind towers to undergo restoration for tourism’s sake
TEHRAN – The centuries-old wind catchers of Bandar-e Laft, a village with rich heritage in southern Iran, are set to undergo restoration, a move expected to invigorate local tourism, said Qeshm Islnad’s tourism official.
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2024-01-02 17:47
Yazd’s wind-catchers to be documented
TEHRAN - The Chair of the Tourism Commission of the Islamic Council of Yazd has announced plans for the official documentation of wind-catchers within the city, citing their significant architectural value and the necessity to protect these historical landmarks.
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2023-12-18 17:14
Qanat: ancient marvel for water access, air conditioning and refrigeration
TEHRAN - With roots tracing back over 3,000 years, the qanat stands as an astounding engineering feat that ancient Iranians used as an enduring solution to easily obtainable water.
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2023-07-30 21:40
By Afshin Majlesi
Windcatcher: ancient Iranian cooling tech on the way to U.S.
TEHRAN —As the United States grapples with a growing urgency of climate change and urban heat, it may turn to the ancient wisdom of Iran’s windcatchers for inspiration.