Kashan

Kashan, a small city in Isfahan Province, mesmerizes you with architectural wonders and history. Located 220km from Tehran, it is a great itinerary for those who are interested in Iranian architecture and culture.

There are several historical houses in Kashan, which belonged to 19th-century Iranian merchants. Some of these beautiful houses now turn into hotels and you can stay enjoying Iranian architecture.

Fin Garden, Abyaneh village, and Aqa Bozorg Mosque, and Tepe Sialk are some of the attractions of this beautiful city.

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Traditional Houses

Beyond the clay walls in Kashan, there are some paradise enclosed! The magnificent buildings with beautiful stained glasses and a courtyard with a pool. Most of the houses have interlinked courtyards and andaruni (interior section) and biruni (exterior section). Tabatabai-ha House, Boroujerdi House, Abbasian House, and Ameri House are some of the beautiful buildings. However, there are many residential houses to visit in this city.

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Fin Garden

The Fin Garden is a beautiful Persian Garden, which was registered on the UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2012. It is home to Fin Bath, where the Qajar chancellor Amir Kabir (1807 – 1852) was murdered by the order of Naser al-Din Shah. The 2.3 hectares have the main courtyard and four circular towers. The garden is adorned with cypress trees holding Safavid and Qajar eras.

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Aqa Bozorg Mosque

Built-in the late 18th century, Aqa Bozorg mosque is known as the finest Islamic complex in the city. it is adorned with symmetrical designs, iwans, and minarets. The mosque is known as one of the best manifestation of 19th century Persian architecture. The mosque and its theological school are located in the center of Kashan.

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Rose Water Festival

If you travel Kashahn from mid-May to mid-June the rose flowers mesmerize you. In every corner, you can see the rose water ceremonies. The men and women pick up roses with pink petals before sunrise. In Qamsar and Niasar near Kashan, the rose water ceremonies are held here and there. Rosewater is used in different traditional dishes, ceremonies, and Persian sweets and desserts.

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Stroll in Red Village

If you travel Kashan, do not forget to stroll in Abyaneh. This beautiful red village is located near Kashan. With its beautiful clay houses and narrow alleys, the village is a great place to imbue in history. The dialect of people and some words that they used are dated back to the Sassanid era (224–637). Women in flowery scarfs and men in local costumes are walking and working in the village. One of the attractions of Abyaneh is the clothing of men and women. The multi-leveled village kept its original architecture and culture.

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