TEHRAN—The ancient city of Kashan is famed for atmospheric spaces, rosewater, textiles, rugs, delicious dishes, and its hospitable people.

The delightful oasis city is situated neighboring the route of travelers who are on their way to Isfahan, Shiraz, Tehran, and probably Yazd hereinafter. Moreover, it is a gateway to many sights, stories, and surrounding attractive villages to discover.

Kashan is home to numerous lavishly-decorated traditional houses such as Brujerdi, Tabatabai, Ameri, and Abbasi house, each featuring scenes of incredible Persian architecture.

The modest yet astounding Agha Bozorg Mosque is a top example of Islamic architecture to visit in Kashan. This place of worship is well-known for its symmetrical design.

There are other atmospheric sites such as the bathhouse of Sultan Mir-Ahmad that boasts breathtaking tile work, stucco, and interior design. The bazaar of Kashan is where you can find loads of indigenous traditions and souvenirs.

You may escape the city and go to the greenish Fin Garden, which is believed to be the epitome of Eden. Persian gardens are made-up to illustrate heaven! Natural springs, turquoise, fountains, and geometric designs dominate the peaceful garden and its beautiful bathhouse complex.

In addition, Kashan is highly famed for rosewater distillation ceremonies, which draw visitors from across the country.

They enjoy a spirit of full-bloom flower farms, socialize with the locals, visit abundant historical sites, and see how rosewater is traditionally made from the harvesting stage to steaming damask rose petals either at homes or gardens.

Kashan embraces an archaeological gem as well; its Tepe Sialk has yielded interesting pottery pieces, metal tools, and domestic implements made from stone, clay, and bone that date from as early as the 4th millennium BC.

Don’t forget to program a day trip to the serene Maranjab, which is one of the best accessible deserts in Iran to get into. Explore the high dunes by camel, just wander around, pitch a tent, enjoy the sunrise, or wait till sunset and the hereinafter star heaven.

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