#Wind #power has been used for centuries by humans to move machines that act as a labor saving devices, taking the effort out an otherwise arduous task for man. One set of such machinery not only has been in existence for such a long time, it has actually been functional for the duration. But it’s working life could soon come to an end.

#Nashtifan is an #ancient site located in Khaf County, which is part of the northeastern Iranian province of Rzavi Khorasan. In olden days, the town was known as ‘Nish Toofan’, which may be translated to mean ‘storm’s sting’, and is an indication of the kind of environment it was in. Due to the strong winds that blow across the area, #windmills were built near the town to harness this source of energy. Amazingly, there are still a number of windmills that were built during ancient times, and are still functioning today. Unfortunately, however, the windmills may soon stop turning, as they have to be maintained by a keeper of the windmills, a job that the young are not interested in.