{"id":38205,"date":"2019-08-07T07:49:58","date_gmt":"2019-08-07T07:49:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/?p=38205"},"modified":"2026-10-28T12:36:10","modified_gmt":"2026-10-28T12:36:10","slug":"top-iranian-handicraft-souvenirs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/top-iranian-handicraft-souvenirs\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Must-Have Iranian Handicraft Souvenirs for Travelers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Iranian handicrafts make meaningful souvenirs, from handwoven carpets and embroidered textiles to enamelware and turquoise inlay. This guide introduces 10 traditional crafts and practical ways to choose pieces that suit your luggage and budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Look for the maker&#8217;s technique, materials and place of origin rather than relying only on a souvenir label. Local bazaars and specialist workshops are useful places to compare quality and ask artisans about their work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These crafts reflect diverse regional traditions. Explore our <a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/top-iranian-handicrafts\/\">guide to Iranian handicrafts<\/a> for more background, and check your destination country&#8217;s customs rules before buying antiques, animal-derived materials or valuable goods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_89 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/top-iranian-handicraft-souvenirs\/#1-traditional-fabrics\" >1. Traditional Fabrics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/top-iranian-handicraft-souvenirs\/#2-persian-miniature-painting\" >2. Persian Miniature Painting<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/top-iranian-handicraft-souvenirs\/#3-giveh\" >3. Giveh<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/top-iranian-handicraft-souvenirs\/#4-minakari\" >4. Minakari<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/top-iranian-handicraft-souvenirs\/#5-carpets-and-rugs\" >5. Carpets and Rugs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/top-iranian-handicraft-souvenirs\/#6-khatamkari\" >6. Khatamkari<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/top-iranian-handicraft-souvenirs\/#7-pottery-and-ceramics\" >7. Pottery and Ceramics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/top-iranian-handicraft-souvenirs\/#8-qalam-zani\" >8. Qalam Zani<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/top-iranian-handicraft-souvenirs\/#9-tea-sets\" >9. Tea Sets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/top-iranian-handicraft-souvenirs\/#10-turquoise-and-firouzeh-koubi\" >10. Turquoise and Firouzeh Koubi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/top-iranian-handicraft-souvenirs\/#choosing-and-packing-iranian-souvenirs\" >Choosing and Packing Iranian Souvenirs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/top-iranian-handicraft-souvenirs\/#related-guides\" >Related guides<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-1-traditional-fabrics\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-traditional-fabrics\"><\/span>1. Traditional Fabrics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir12-SURFIRAN.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up of red and blue patterns on a woven Persian carpet\" class=\"wp-image-38217\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir12-SURFIRAN.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir12-SURFIRAN-780x328.jpg 780w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir12-SURFIRAN-768x323.jpg 768w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir12-SURFIRAN-1024x430.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir12-SURFIRAN-300x126.jpg 300w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir12-SURFIRAN-705x296.jpg 705w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir12-SURFIRAN-450x189.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Detail of a patterned Persian carpet.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Regional textile traditions include <strong>qalamkar<\/strong>, block-printed cotton associated with Isfahan; <strong>pateh<\/strong>, decorative wool embroidery from <a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/kerman-travel-guide\/\">Kerman<\/a>; and <strong>termeh<\/strong>, a finely woven patterned textile strongly associated with <a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/yazd-travel-guide\/\">Yazd<\/a>. Ask whether a piece is handmade, hand-printed or machine-produced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-2-persian-miniature-painting\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-persian-miniature-painting\"><\/span>2. Persian Miniature Painting<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"430\" src=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Persian-Miniature-Painting-1024x430.jpg\" alt=\"Artist painting a detailed Persian miniature on a decorative surface\" class=\"wp-image-78417\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Persian-Miniature-Painting-1024x430.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Persian-Miniature-Painting-780x328.jpg 780w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Persian-Miniature-Painting-768x323.jpg 768w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Persian-Miniature-Painting.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Painter-miniaturist creating a picture on camel bones in Isfahan. Photo by Oleksandr Rupeta.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/miniature\/\">Persian miniature painting<\/a> is known for detailed figures, expressive color and scenes drawn from literature and courtly life. Contemporary artists also work on small decorative surfaces. Ask about the artist and materials, and pack framed or fragile pieces carefully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-3-giveh\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-giveh\"><\/span>3. Giveh<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"430\" src=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image-471-1024x430.jpg\" alt=\"Traditional white giveh shoe with a blue woven upper\" class=\"wp-image-60348\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image-471-1024x430.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image-471-780x328.jpg 780w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image-471-768x323.jpg 768w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image-471-300x126.jpg 300w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image-471.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Traditional handmade giveh footwear.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Giveh<\/strong> is a lightweight traditional shoe with a woven upper and a durable sole. Styles and materials vary by region, including Kermanshah, Fars and <a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/zanjan-travel-guide\/\">Zanjan<\/a>. Try on both shoes and check the sole and stitching before purchasing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-4-minakari\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4-minakari\"><\/span>4. Minakari<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-38211 size-full\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir5-SURFIRAN.jpg\" alt=\"Blue and gold minakari enamelware vessels\" class=\"wp-image-38211\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir5-SURFIRAN.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir5-SURFIRAN-780x328.jpg 780w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir5-SURFIRAN-768x323.jpg 768w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir5-SURFIRAN-1024x430.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir5-SURFIRAN-300x126.jpg 300w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir5-SURFIRAN-705x296.jpg 705w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir5-SURFIRAN-450x189.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo@persiapassenger.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/iranian-minakari-art-heaven\/\">Minakari<\/a> is the art of decorating metal, often copper, with colorful enamel. Isfahan is a well-known center for blue-toned floral and geometric designs. Look for even enamel coverage and ask the seller how the piece should be cleaned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Enamelware is made through successive decoration and firing processes. Plates, bowls and vases can be decorative souvenirs, but buyers should confirm whether a particular item is food-safe before using it for serving meals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-5-carpets-and-rugs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5-carpets-and-rugs\"><\/span>5. Carpets and Rugs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-38213 size-full\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir0-SURFIRAN.jpg\" alt=\"Stacked colorful Persian carpets and rugs\" class=\"wp-image-38213\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir0-SURFIRAN.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir0-SURFIRAN-780x328.jpg 780w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir0-SURFIRAN-768x323.jpg 768w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir0-SURFIRAN-1024x430.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir0-SURFIRAN-300x126.jpg 300w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir0-SURFIRAN-705x296.jpg 705w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir0-SURFIRAN-450x189.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo@islamoriente.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/iranian-carpet\/\">Persian carpets and rugs<\/a> range from compact wool pieces to large, finely knotted works. UNESCO inscribed the <a href=\"https:\/\/ich.unesco.org\/en\/RL\/traditional-skills-of-carpet-weaving-in-kashan-00383\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">traditional skills of carpet weaving in Kashan<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/ich.unesco.org\/en\/RL\/traditional-skills-of-carpet-weaving-in-fars-00382\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fars<\/a> in 2010. Check size, fibers, knotting, condition and provenance before paying, and confirm any applicable import restrictions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-6-khatamkari\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6-khatamkari\"><\/span>6. Khatamkari<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-38212 size-full\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenirs-SURFIRAN.jpg\" alt=\"Decorative Iranian handicraft boxes with floral patterns\" class=\"wp-image-38212\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenirs-SURFIRAN.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenirs-SURFIRAN-780x328.jpg 780w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenirs-SURFIRAN-768x323.jpg 768w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenirs-SURFIRAN-1024x430.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenirs-SURFIRAN-300x126.jpg 300w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenirs-SURFIRAN-705x296.jpg 705w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenirs-SURFIRAN-450x189.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo@pinterest.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Khatamkari<\/strong> is geometric marquetry made by assembling tiny pieces of wood, metal and other materials into intricate patterns. It is used on boxes, frames and decorative objects, sometimes combined with painted decoration. Ask about the materials used and avoid products made from protected wildlife.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-7-pottery-and-ceramics\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7-pottery-and-ceramics\"><\/span>7. Pottery and Ceramics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-38216 size-full\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir00-SURFIRAN.jpg\" alt=\"Colorful hand-painted Iranian pottery bowls and plates\" class=\"wp-image-38216\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir00-SURFIRAN.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir00-SURFIRAN-780x328.jpg 780w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir00-SURFIRAN-768x323.jpg 768w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir00-SURFIRAN-1024x430.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir00-SURFIRAN-300x126.jpg 300w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir00-SURFIRAN-705x296.jpg 705w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir00-SURFIRAN-450x189.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo@theskribe.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pottery traditions continue in towns across Iran. <strong>Lalejin<\/strong>, near <a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/hamadan-travel-guide\/\">Hamedan<\/a>, received World Crafts Council recognition as a pottery craft city in 2016. Look for stable glazing, sound construction and suitable packaging, especially when buying fragile bowls or vases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-8-qalam-zani\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8-qalam-zani\"><\/span>8. Qalam Zani<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-38215 size-full\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir111-SURFIRAN.jpg\" alt=\"Engraved metal vessel with traditional qalamzani decoration\" class=\"wp-image-38215\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir111-SURFIRAN.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir111-SURFIRAN-780x328.jpg 780w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir111-SURFIRAN-768x323.jpg 768w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir111-SURFIRAN-1024x430.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir111-SURFIRAN-300x126.jpg 300w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir111-SURFIRAN-705x296.jpg 705w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenir111-SURFIRAN-450x189.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo@yjc.ir<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Qalamzani<\/strong> is decorative metal engraving, often practiced on copper, brass or silver. Unlike <em>qalamkar<\/em> textile printing, this craft involves working designs into a metal surface. Examine the quality of the engraving and ask whether the item is solid metal or plated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-9-tea-sets\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9-tea-sets\"><\/span>9. Tea Sets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-38218 size-full\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/ahmadtea-ir.jpg\" alt=\"Red glass tea cups and an ornate Iranian tea service\" class=\"wp-image-38218\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/ahmadtea-ir.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/ahmadtea-ir-780x328.jpg 780w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/ahmadtea-ir-768x323.jpg 768w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/ahmadtea-ir-1024x430.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/ahmadtea-ir-300x126.jpg 300w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/ahmadtea-ir-705x296.jpg 705w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/ahmadtea-ir-450x189.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo@ahmadtea.ir<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tea glasses, trays and samovars can make practical souvenirs of Iranian tea culture. Decorative sets vary widely in material and finish. For electric samovars, check voltage compatibility, plug type, weight and airline baggage restrictions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-10-turquoise-and-firouzeh-koubi\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10-turquoise-and-firouzeh-koubi\"><\/span>10. Turquoise and Firouzeh Koubi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-38208 size-full\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenirs525-SURFIRAN-1.jpg\" alt=\"Turquoise-inlaid decorative metal vessels and ornaments\" class=\"wp-image-38208\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenirs525-SURFIRAN-1.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenirs525-SURFIRAN-1-780x328.jpg 780w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenirs525-SURFIRAN-1-768x323.jpg 768w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenirs525-SURFIRAN-1-1024x430.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenirs525-SURFIRAN-1-300x126.jpg 300w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenirs525-SURFIRAN-1-705x296.jpg 705w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Souvenirs525-SURFIRAN-1-450x189.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo@apadanaart.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Turquoise<\/strong> from the Neyshabur area is used in jewelry and <strong>firouzeh-koubi<\/strong>, a decorative technique that sets small turquoise pieces into metal objects. Compare stone quality and workmanship, ask whether the turquoise is natural or treated, and avoid unverified claims of medical benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-final-word\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"choosing-and-packing-iranian-souvenirs\"><\/span>Choosing and Packing Iranian Souvenirs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choose a souvenir for its craftsmanship, provenance and suitability for travel. Keep receipts for valuable purchases, protect fragile items in your luggage, and confirm customs, sanctions and export rules for your destination before shipping or carrying goods across borders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"related-guides\"><\/span>Related guides<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-related-links\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/isfahan-travel-guide\/\">Isfahan Travel Guide<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/miniature\/\">Persian Miniature: Art Evolved in Iran<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/kalpourgan-village-worlds-only-living-pottery-museum\/\">Kalporagan Village: World\u2019s Only Living Pottery Museum<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/neyshabur-turquoise-mine\/\">In Pictures: Neyshabur Turquoise Mine<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/shandiz-mashhad\/\">Shandiz Couny in Mashhad<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Explore the top 10 must-have Iranian handicrafts for travelers. 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