TEHRAN – Iranian artisans are participating in the third Kokand International Crafts Festival and the second International Festival of Handicrafts in Rishtan, Uzbekistan, which opened on September 18.

They have put on display glimpses of Iran’s cultural richness, Mehr news agency reported.

Narges Rajaei, the director general of Handicrafts Education and Promotion Department, said that Kokand International Crafts Festival, as one of the remarkable international events, provides a unique platform for introducing the culture, history, and art of countries every year, with the participation of artists and artisans from all over the world.

This event is an opportunity for exchanging the knowhow between the artisans from various countries and plays an important role in promoting international markets for handmade products and improving the status of indigenous art across the world, she pointed out.

This year, Iran with 18 artisans has taken part in the event in diverse fields such as potteries, seven-color tiles, carving, inlay, mosaic, khatam, calligraphy, traditional ornaments, tapestries, and traditional embroidery, she added.

Rishtan is one of the oldest cities in Uzbekistan and the country's main pottery center.

Uzbekistan World Handicrafts Festival is one of the most important handicraft events in the world. The International Pottery Forum is held simultaneously with this festival in one of the most important and oldest pottery production centers, the city of Rishtan. 

The event will run until September 20.

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