Isfahan province
Kashan
کاشانHistoric ceramic and tile production, rosewater distillation and fine silk carpets.
Geography
A desert-margin city between the central plateau and the Karkas mountains.
Historical background
The dominant centre of lustre and Mina'i ceramic production in the Seljuk period; the word kashi (tile) derives from its name.
Major crafts
Objects from this region
Cultural tourism
Markets and craft destinations documented here can be visited. Workshop access usually depends on the artisan; where a workshop receives visitors, that is noted on their profile.
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