Beginner guide · 8 min
Crafts of Tabriz: carpets, leather and metal
Editorial team · updated 2026-10-03
The bazaar
The Tabriz Historic Bazaar Complex is one of the largest covered bazaars in the world, with dedicated carpet halls (timcheh).
What to look for
- Tabriz carpets in many qualities, from coarse to very fine
- Hand-stitched leather goods
- Copper and brass work
- Traditional sweets as a bonus
A note on this guide
This guide is general information from the CraftPersia editorial team and has not been reviewed by a specialist. Prices, workshop locations and practices change; check current details before travelling or buying.
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