Kashan Bazaar is one of the most spectacular markets in Iran. It is located in the city center and is a popular destination for tourists. It is a unique place where guests can experience the real lifestyle of Iranians – busy yet relaxed, messed at first sight but with its own organization and order.
The traditional Bazaar of Kashan is one of the historical and tourist attractions of the city of Kashan, highly popular among its residents and tourists. It’s impossible to visit this city and not hear about its traditional market. First and foremost, it should be noted that the antiquity of this old bazaar dates back to the Buyid and Seljuk eras.
However, the traditional Bazaar of Kashan gained more extension and became even more beautiful during the Safavid era, known as a period of prosperity in our country. In the Qajar period, more spaces were added alongside the old fabric of the market, and today, this traditional bazaar is considered a heritage from the past seven centuries up to the late Qajar era.
It is also worth knowing that parts of this market were damaged in the earthquake of 1192 but were later restored and reconstructed during the reign of Fath Ali Shah Qajar. The traditional and historical Bazaar of Kashan was registered as a historical monument on the national heritage list Iran on September 8, 1255.
Let’s take a stroll through this bustling marketplace and discover its wonders.
What to Buy at Kashan Bazaar
Copper
One of two main Bazaar streets is called “Copper Line” – and it fits its name. Here you can find pots of different sizes, cezves, pans, and other home utensils.
Handicrafts
Iran is rich in traditional handicrafts – jewelry boxes, vases, carpets and table cloths, lamps, and other amazing things.
Clothes
From Kashan, you can bring unique mantos and head scarfs. There is a wide choice of colors, ornaments, and patterns.
Fruits and spices
Fresh and dried fruits, nuts, spices of the best quality that you can find are on the main bazaar of the city. There is also an old spice mill which still works.
Rosewater and sweets
Shops of Bazaar offer the best quality of rosewater and various traditional sweets – mostly biscuits of different kinds.