Want to know what to buy in Iran?
When you travel to Iran, you will definitely visit the Grand Bazaars of different cities like Shiraz, Tehran, Isfahan, Tabriz, etc. All these bazaars are filled with all sorts of interesting things found mainly in Iran. Therefore, you need to know in advance what you will see there so that you don't get confused and know what to look for.
Iranian carpets
There is no doubt that everyone knows how famous carpets and Iranian carpets are. Most tourists who travel to Iran decide to buy Iranian carpets as souvenirs. Therefore, you should pay attention to the following points before purchasing: First of all, you need to pay attention to the number of sections. A good rug typically has at least 120 knots per square inch. Look at the back of the rug, the handmade rug has a soft backing and larger knots. The knots of the machine-made carpet are noticeably even.
Hand-woven Persian rugs are usually made from silk, wool, or a combination of silk and wool. The 100% pure silk fabric has a lustrous finish. But wool is the most commonly used material in carpets. The best place to find Iranian rugs is Bazar Vakil in Shiraz. It can also be found in Kashan Bazaar, Isfahan Bazaar, Tabriz Bazaar, and Tehran Bazaar.
Iranian Souvenirs – Iranian pistachios, walnuts and saffron
Most tourists to Iran consider buying Iranian pistachios for themselves or as souvenirs for friends. Iranian pistachios come in two forms**: shelled pistachios and pistachio seeds. So, if you like to buy pistachios in shell, you should buy "akbari", "kale qoochi" or "ahmad aqai" pistachios, which are the most famous and of the best quality pistachios in existence. Therefore, they are more expensive.
In addition to pistachios, there are a variety of salted and unsalted dried fruits in every bazaar in Iran, such as almonds, dates, melon seeds, and other nuts of all sizes and shapes that you can't imagine! Iranians have always used salted nuts as a snack.
Iranian saffron is another Iranian specialty and an integral part of Persian cuisine. It is also a good choice as a souvenir.
Iranian souvenirs — handmade fabrics
Different cities in Iran have different handmade Iranian fabrics. In Isfahan, you'll find ghalamkari, a traditional textile print that applies floral and geometric patterns to cotton fabrics. In Kerman, you can buy pateh, which is really amazing and can be defined as hand-dyed wool fabric. Similarly, in Yazd, the most famous fabric you can find is termeh. Temeh is a luxurious Iranian hand-woven fabric containing fine gold threads.
Iranian souvenir — Persian tea
When traveling to Iran to meet Iranians, the first thing that catches your attention is how much tea Iranians drink in a day. Therefore, as an Iranian souvenir, it is a great choice that reminds you of Persian culture. Persian black tea is known for its aroma, color, and taste. It is almost made in the province of Gilan in northern Iran. If you want to know the best Persian tea brands, I can recommend you "Sargol Tea", "Momtaz Tea" and "Chai Shekasteh".
In addition to tea, you can also buy tea sets with the portrait of King Abbas. Red Orthodox. If you have extra space in your luggage, you can even bring a samovar back and drink tea the Iranian way.
Persian pottery and ceramics
The oldest evidence of Iranian history suggests that pottery can even be traced back to the Persian Empire. The town of Lajin in Hamadan is known as the land of pottery. In addition to lajin, meybod and natanz also preserve this ancient tradition through handmade dishes and cups. But if you visit the National Museum of Iran in Tehran, you can admire amazing ancient Persian ceramics and pottery.
Caviar from Iran
Everyone knows that Iranian caviar is the best caviar in the world, so it is a lucrative export product for Iran. Persian caviar is mainly harvested from sturgeon near the port of Tokaman in northern Iran.
Katam Kari
Khatam kari is indeed a mosaic art that originated mainly in Shiraz and Isfahan. You'll be amazed at how small pieces of wood, metal, and bone come together to create stunning decorative items like jewelry boxes, backgammon boards, picture frames, cutlery, and more. Around Naqsh-e Jahan Square.
Rose water
Rose water, or golab as we call it in Persian, comes from the aromatic flowers that have been cultivated in Iran for about 7,000 years. But which city in Iran has the best rose water? Well, the city of Kashan in Isfahan has the purest and most delicious rose water in Iran. Kashan actually has two small villages, Camsar and Nyasar, where rose water is produced through special rituals.
Iranian jewelry and gemstones
If you walk through the traditional bazaars of Iran, you will be attracted by precious and semi-precious stones. They are a good choice for souvenirs or gifts for loved ones. You can find pre-made gemstone jewelry, or you can buy rough stones and have them make jewelry the way you want.
Of all the gemstones in Iran, turquoise is the most important in Iranian culture. Turquoise is believed to have many benefits; For example, Iranians believe that it can protect you from the eye of **, accidents, etc. It also eliminates stress and depression.
The town of Nishapur in Khorasan province is famous for its important turquoise mines. If you travel to Nishapur, you can buy turquoise there. But you can find them everywhere in Iran, even in every house. As a result, it can be a great option to buy souvenirs to commemorate Iran.
Iranian souvenir — Mina Kari
If you travel to Isfahan, don't forget to buy minakari or glazed handicrafts. When you walk into the city, you will find that it is closely related to aesthetics and art. As you walk through the Grand Bazaar around Naqsh-e Jahan Square, you will actually see many enamel dishes. The copper surface is traditionally decorated with bird and floral motifs on an azure background, but red and green versions can also be seen. You can also see artists busy creating new works of art in the old part of the Isfahan Bazaar.