Adel Yazdi, an Iranian artist known for transforming the historic neighbourhoods of Shiraz, poses beside one of his striking high-relief works. Photo: AFP
In the winding alleys of southern Iran, artist Adel Yazdi has taken it upon himself to turn his rustic old neighbourhood into a cultural and tourist hub through vibrant paintings and carved relief faces.
Narenjestan, a neighbourhood characterised by crumbling, uninhabited houses, is nestled in Shiraz, a southern city celebrated for its historic architecture, lush gardens and revered poets.
