Iran is a great place to buy souvenirs and you will find it hard not to indulge yourself. In fact due to its very old civilization, rich cultures and also geographical location, has an important role in the world arts and crafts.

Mass production is not common, prices are low and the quality is generally high, even at the budget end of market. Naturally, the bazaar is the best place to start looking, although much of what is on sale in places like Kerman, Kashan and Hamadan is more likely to suite local tastes.

Conversely, in places like Isfahan and Shiraz where foreign tourists are more common, the goods may be more inviting. if you are not keen on haggling and don’t have much time to look around, the government – run Iran handicrafts organizations has fixed – price shops in most provincial capitals.

Various places in Iran specialize in specific products. Often, knowing the best place to buy something is as important as getting a good price.

Iranian souvenir is varied in many different types from food and drink to clothing or handicraft. Here is a list of most important ones:

• Persian Kilim

• Iran Saffron

• Iran Ceramics & Pottery

• Persian Carpet

• Persian Khatam

• Persian Miniature

• Persian Silver work

• Iran Tile Working

• Iran Calligraphy

• Iran Caviar

• Iran Pistachio