Tehran gears up for major handicrafts exhibit in March

February 24, 2018 - 20:21

TEHRAN – Hundreds of artisans from across Iran will show their works at a major sales exhibition, which will be held at the Tehran Permanent International Fairgrounds from March 6 to 9.

Craftspeople and exhibitors from various provinces will partake in the event which is to be held in halls 5 and 13 covering a total of 2,400 square meters in area, CHTN reported.

The exhibit will showcase a variety of souvenirs, woodwork, miniature, textile printing, enamel, leatherwork, calligraphy, metalwork, mirrorwork, marquetry, illuminated manuscripts, potteries, ceramics, and rugs amongst others.

Like previous editions, it will turn the spotlight on ethnic rituals, traditional music and regional cuisine and dishes.

PHOTO: People visit a national crafts exhibition in Tehran, August 24, 2017.

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