Delightful surprises were hidden behind the tall mud-brick walls of the desert town of Kashan. Rich, detailed stucco decorations and stained glass windows of large traditional houses built by wealthy merchants many years ago were set amongst tranquil gardens of roses, pomegranates and pools of water.
In another location was a wonderfully sumptuous bathhouse and on the outskirts of town the beautiful Fin Gardens.
Charming Kashan proved once again that there is so much more to Iran than you can ever imagine. Follow me on a photo journey to discover the charms of Kashan for yourself.
Khan-e Ameriha, the largest traditional house in Kashan
Peaceful gardens at Khan-e Ameriha
Delicious pomegranates at Khan-e Ameriha
Roses at Khan-e Ameriha
Rich stucco decorations at Khan-e Tabatabei
Rich stucco decorations at Khan-e Tabatabei
The traditional house, Khan-e Tabatabei
Stained glass windows at the traditional house, Khan-e Tabatabei
Khan-e Abbasian, built by a wealthy glass merchant
Khan-e Abbasian
A local artist at Khan-e Abbasian
Khan-e Abbasian
The traditional bathhouse, Hammam-e Sultan Mir Ahmad, Kashan
The traditional bathhouse, Hammam-e Sultan Mir Ahmad, Kashan
The distinctive and unique rooftop of Hammam-e Sultan Mir Ahmad
The Unesco listed Bagh-e Fin, a wonderful example of Persian gardens
Fin Gardens, Kashan
Pavilion views, Fin Gardens
Details inside a pavilion at Fin Gardens
The charming and wonderful Khan-e Ehsan, one of the nicest places I stayed while travelling in Iran
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