a single Persian rug can often take years and sometimes decades to create. A high-quality Iranian carpet can cost tens of thousands of dollars, with antique rugs fetching even higher prices.

The historic Kashan bazaar in central Iran once sat on a major caravan route, its silk carpets known the world over. But for ...

In an unveiling ceremony held at the iconic Shams-ol-Emareh edifice within the UNESCO-registered Golestan Palace, researchers ...

The historic Kashan bazaar in central Iran once sat on a major caravan route, its silk carpets known the world over. But for the weavers trying to sell their rugs under its ancient arches ...

As one of the country's prominent centers of carpet trade, Hamedan has played a pivotal role in the production of Iranian rugs, particularly during the Qajar dynasty. Through established trade routes, ...

A look at Jimmy Carter's life — from Iran to facing cancer A triangle ... "You need to buy bread, but you can postpone buying carpets and rugs." "So people's priorities turned into other things." ...

By Islam Salah For centuries, Middle Eastern carpets have been more than just floor coverings—they’re prized heirlooms passed ...

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