Εsfahan: Isfahan city, located in the central part of Persia, is worldwide known for its unique quality of handmade carpets, as they reflect the special beauty of the city’s architecture, art and handicrafts. There is a rumor, all over the world, claiming that Isfahan city encloses half of the world’s beauty. The patterns used in these carpets are often inspired by beautiful gardens, natural landscapes and king’s palaces. Carpets of Isfahan have high-class, when it comes to the composition of the patterns, materials and designs, giving out a sense of luxury and excellence. The high knot density (approximately 600.000-1.000.000 knots per square meter) places Isfahan carpets at the top category of persian handmade rugs. The use of silk is much extended in this category, as it creates a beautiful sense of light and depth.
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