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Kashan, a global textile city, eyes development of workshops
TEHRAN--Kashan in Isfahan province has long been considered one of the most important textile centers in the world, and this rich history requires serious and targeted action to preserve and develop this valuable heritage.
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2025-11-29 17:33
Isfahan weaving factory to become Iran’s largest regional museum
TEHRAN--The historic Isfahan weaving factory known as Risbaf, once one of the most important centers of the country’s textile industry, will soon become the largest regional museum in Iran. This large cultural project, in addition to preserving the industrial heritage, will play an important role in introducing the history and culture of Isfahan.
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2025-01-28 18:07
Qasemabad: a village woven with tradition and color
TEHRAN – Situated in the rural district of Rudsar county in Gilan province, south of the Caspian Sea, Qasemabad is a village synonymous with lush nature and craftsmanship. For centuries, it has been celebrated for its unique tradition of weaving Chador Shab, a vibrant, geometrically patterned fabric that represents both artistic heritage and daily life in northern Iran.
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2025-01-24 18:06
By Afshin Majlesi
Yazd’s Janoub factory: from industrial powerhouse to museum of traditional textiles
YAZD - The Janoub Spinning and Weaving Factory, a 70-year-old landmark in Yazd, is set to undergo a remarkable transformation.
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2024-08-28 22:43
Pelas Bafi: a glimpse into traditional weaving artistry
TEHRAN - Pelas Bafi has been practiced for centuries across Iran and in particular within North Khorasan province.
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2024-06-28 17:12
From tradition to global recognition: discover Qasemabad textiles
TEHRAN - Qasemabad, an old village in northern Iran, is a vibrant gem recognized globally as the World Village of Chador-Shab Weaving by the World Handicrafts Council.
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2024-05-24 17:27
Textile history museum in Kashan: a journey through threads of time
TEHRAN - The textile history museum of Kashan stands as a testament to the rich cultural heritage and enduring legacy of textile craft skills in the ancient city.
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2024-05-24 17:27
Chehel Tekeh Duzi: a vibrant handicraft from southwest Iran
TEHRAN - Chehel Tekeh Duzi, also known as scrap quilting, is a cherished handicraft from the Chaharmahal-Bakhtiari province, southwest Iran.
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2023-12-20 17:51
Softness and craftsmanship: Tow Bafi's legacy in Khorashad village
TEHRAN - Tow Bafi, an ancient craft deeply rooted in Khorashad village, a part of the Birjand region in South Khorasan province, holds a prominent position in the realm of traditional handicrafts.
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2023-11-06 17:28
Textile history museum inaugurated in Kashan
TEHRAN – On Monday, Kashan’s first Persian textile history museum was inaugurated in the oasis Iranian city that is registered as a world city of traditional textiles.
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2023-10-28 17:59
Textile history museum inaugurated in northern Iran
TEHRAN – On Friday, the first Persian textile history museum in northern Iran was inaugurated, Gilan province’s tourism chief said.
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2023-08-18 18:34
Kashan, Dezful named world crafts cities
TEHRAN—The World Crafts Council has recently registered Kashan and Dezful on its list of global cities of handicrafts.
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2023-08-12 22:01
Iranian handicrafts: a cultural tapestry of artistry and beauty
TEHRAN - From exquisite carpets to delicate miniature paintings, each Iranian handicraft tells a story, connects us to the country’s vibrant history, and showcases the remarkable skills of its artisans.
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2023-04-10 22:00
Piranshahr steps up efforts to revive traditional textiles
TEHRAN – The ancient city of Piranshahr has launched a special center for traditional textiles hoping to help safeguard skills passed down from generation to generation.
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2023-03-15 22:23
45 handicraft marketplaces launched in Yazd
TEHRAN – Exhibitors and artisans in Yazd have recently launched 45 handicraft marketplaces across the touristic Iranian province.
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2023-03-12 22:00
Local performance, game and textile skill in Hormozgan gain place on national cultural heritage list
TEHRAN – An indigenous theatrical performance, traditional game and an ornamenting textile skill long been practiced in the Hormozgan region of southern Iran, made it onto Iran’s cultural heritage list on Saturday.