Iran Handicrafts
The latest news and views about the Iranian handicrafts
Tehran Hosts Exhibition of Handicraft for Wives of Foreign Ambassadors
An exhibition of Iranian handicraft for foreign ambassadors’ wives was kicked off in Iran’s Cultural Heritage, Handcrafts and Tourism Organization (ICHTO) in Tehran.
Doidukh village (PHOTOS)
Doidukh village of North Khorasan Province has a long history in producing different handicrafts including double-sided silk rug.
Double-sided Persian rug (PHOTOS)
The rug has been put on display in some Asian and European countries.
Rasht designated as UNESCO Creative City of gastronomy
The Iranian city of Rasht gets UNESCO’s recognition as one of the best places in the world as far as cookery is concerned.
Traditional Tiling Workshop (PHOTOS)
The workshop provides all the tiles used in mosques and holy places in the northeastern province.
World Craft City, an opportunity to boost tourism
An Iranian official has said that Isfahan’s new title, the World Craft City, can help the country boost its tourism.
Local dolls narrate joys, sorrows of rural women (PHOTOS)
These dolls are environment friendly and carry rich cultural values.
Tehran to host largest handicrafts event
The seven-day event will showcase crafts produced by domestic and foreign artisans.
An expo of hand-woven carpet in Qom
Hand-woven Persian carpets have been put on display in the central city of Qom.
Handicraft, resistance economy and employment
Handicrafts are independent products which are inspired by an artisan’s thought, creativity, and performance. It can be considered as one of axes of resistance economy by providing sustainable employment opportunity.
Tehran mounts intl. handicrafts exhibit
The 24th edition of 24th International Handicrafts Exhibition has been mounted at Tehran’s International Permanent Fairground.
