Yazd is the capital of the Yazd Province, which is located in central Iran. It is a historic city that goes back to the year 1000 BCE. Yazd was initially the epicenter of
Zoroastrian culture, and a tiny number of Zoroastrians still live there. Yazd rugs were classed and marketed as
Kerman carpets in Western markets, particularly in America. This was the case because the city's weaving method, pattern, and coloring were comparable to those of the nearby Kerman Province. The choice of Kerman over Yazd was made to capitalize on Kerman's rich weaving tradition and reputation in the West. The carpets have a cotton basis and a thick, durable wool pile. Most Yazd carpets feature a center medallion surrounded by a symmetrical border. Colors used in export carpets are often pastel, but those made for the Iranian home are brighter and bolder. These carpets are ideal for high-traffic areas. Even with heavier fabrics, their knot count averages approximately 120 KPSI. Yazd's carpets are usually medium-sized; however, earlier varieties are available in larger sizes.