KASHAN
Culture, History, and Wonders of the City of Roses
Kashan: The City of Roses and Architectural Treasures
A millennial city and a jewel of Persian heritage
Kashan, an ancient city located between the desert and the mountains, is one of Iran’s most captivating historical and cultural destinations. This place, once a key stop on the caravan routes, is renowned for its peaceful atmosphere and preserved traditions. The city’s beating heart lies in its magnificent traditional houses, such as the Boroujerdi and Tabatabaei Houses, masterpieces of Persian architecture. The Fin Garden, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a green oasis and a model of a Persian garden.
Kashan is also famous for its rosewater, produced during the annual Golab-giri festival, and its magnificent handmade carpets. Its talented artisans continue to weave the history and culture of the region into every work of art.
A visual journey to the heart of Kashan
Articles
Culture, History, and Wonders of Kashan
Discover the secrets of Kashan through short, rich, and inspiring articles.
souvenirs
Art objects, refined fabrics, and millennial traditions
Give or keep a piece of Kashan with our artisanal treasures
Iran souvenirs
20%
Remise d'achat
MAP
Explore Kashan on the Map
Easily find the city's historical sites, attractions, and hidden treasures
The map displays a general view of the city center and its immediate surroundings. You can use the zoom controls to adjust the visible area.
You can drag the map with your mouse (or your finger on touch devices) to navigate and explore different areas. Use the zoom buttons (+ and -) for a more detailed or larger view.
No, this base map does not have geolocation functionality to display your current location. For this, you may need to use a dedicated map app on your device.
This map is primarily designed for viewing and exploring locations. It does not include built-in route planning functionality. You can use external mapping services to plan your routes.
This map displays the locations of tourist attractions. For detailed information (opening hours, descriptions, etc.), please consult the pages dedicated to each attraction on our website or other online resources.
Trip to Kashan
Complete Guide for a Trip to Kashan
Kashan at Your Fingertips: The Complete Tourist Guide to Kashan
Kashan: homes full of memories
Kashan is an ideal choice if what you seek is a quiet and authentic city. It has a unique energy, distinct from that of other cities, because it is not too big and not too busy. One of the most famous in Iran is the Golabgiri (rosewater extraction) held in Kashan, popular among many enthusiasts. Kashan‘s historical sites are not far from one another, which means you can tour most of them in one or two days! It’s one of those rare places where you feel like time moves a little slower as you walk around!
It is easy to get to. It takes about 3 hours by car between Tehran and Isfahan. There is a train and a bus that run regularly. There is no airport, but it is not necessary—the city itself is small and easy to get around.
First of all, see its old houses: Tabatabaei House, Boroujerdi House, and The Ameri House. Each one has Attractive courtyards, colored windows, and large windbreaks. Only the birds’ voices and water can be heard in the courtyard’s middle.
Kashan’s historical houses are one of the richest of Iranian culture and architecture, ranging from Tabatabaeis with their elaborate design, to Abbasids with their dozens of courtyards. The Borujerdi house with its love story, the Ameris as a traditional hotel, and the Manouchehri weaving workshops are all part of Kashan’s identity.
These buildings showcase Iranian architecture with their garden pit style, mirror work, and sash windows. Visiting these historical houses of Kashan is a journey into the past that invites every tourist to explore deeper.
Go to the Fin Garden. Particularly in spring, this large garden features high trees, a central pond, and a cold environment. There is also a historic bathhouse with plenty to offer.
Kashan Bazaar is compact but cozy. Spices, rose water, copper, carpets—it has everything.
If you’re a landscape lover, go to the top of the Amir Ahmad Bath. The tiles are beautiful, but the view you see from behind them is something else. Windbreaks, domes, distant mountains… it has a special feel.
Kashan is famous for its rose water. When you go in the spring, the Qamsar region has a rose water festival. The smell of Mohammadi (Damask) flowers fills the entire space. buy a bottle, and every time you smell it, you’ll still remember those days.
Art and handcraft
Among the handicrafts of Kashan, this city of culture and culture, we can mention :
- carpet weaving
- copper smithing
- tiles
- pottery
- silk weaving
- Makhmal weaving
- Zilu weaving
- poetry or Shar-bafi.
The food is simple and delicious:
– Tahchin: Rice with saffron, chicken, yogurt, and eggs. The bottom is roasted and fragrant.
– Khuresht Mast: A sweet and cool stew with yogurt, meat, saffron, rose water, and sugar.
– Abgoosht: Meat and beans, you first drink the water, then you mash the rest and mix it with Sangak bread.
– Sohan: Crispy pastry with saffron and pistachios; both delicious and suitable as a souvenir.
Weather in kashan
Spring: moderate weather (Kashan takes on a heavenly climate in this season by holding the Rose Water Festival.)
Summer: a hot and dry climate in this season due to its geographical location.
Autumn: moderate climate from early to mid-season. However, the temperature drops at night.
Winter: a cold climate in this season.
The people of Kashan are gentle, patient, and easy to get along with tourists. They usually speak Persian, and in the more touristy areas, they also know a little English.
