The historic Kashan bazaar in central Iran once sat on a major caravan route, its silk carpets known the world ... Kashan's rug-weaving industry has been inscribed in UNESCO's list of the world's ...

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

There are many varieties of Persian carpet, each distinguished by their materials, patterns, and weaving techniques, from the floral designs of Isfahan in central Iran to the intricate ...

These efforts have long put Iran’s carpets among the most complex and labor-intensive handicrafts in the world. When the weaving is finally done, the carpet is cut, washed, and put out in the sun to ...

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