Firuzabad’s journey to becoming a world city of loom woven textiles
The dossier for registration of Firuzabad, a city in Fars Province, as the World City of Loom Woven Textile has been prepared, said director general of Fars Province’s Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts Organization.
Mohammad Sabet Eghlidi stated that Firuzabad has extraordinary potentials in the field of handicraft production, especially loom woven textiles, and this capability has created job opportunities for thousands of people in Iran. He noted that one of the characteristics of weaving carpets and other textiles in the city is the mental weaving involved in designing and implementing the patterns. He added that another advantage of Firuzabad’s textiles is the use of natural dyes and self-sufficiency in producing raw materials.
Sabet Eghlidi remarked that a combination of innovation, creativity, and ingenuity has made Firuzabad’s woven textiles renowned at both national and international levels, IRNA wrote.
He stated, “In order to secure the registration of Firuzabad as a world craft city, we have conducted brainstorming and discussion sessions with experts, specialists, the municipality, and the Islamic Council of Firuzabad. Following the agreements and resolutions from these sessions, the secretariat for the world craft city will soon commence its operations at the Firuzabad Municipality.”
Sabet Eghlidi stated, “To complete the proposed dossier, documentation and film preparation, installation of urban elements related to handicrafts, and preparation and completion of documents are necessary, which will be done in cooperation with the municipality and the Islamic Council of Firuzabad.”
He reminded that currently, Shiraz is registered as a World City of Khatam-Kari (inlaid work), and Abadeh is recognized as a World City of Monabat (wood carving). Firuzabad is located 112 kilometers southeast of Shiraz and has previously been awarded the title of National Craft City.
In addition to its rich handicraft heritage, Firuzabad is home to several historical and cultural attractions, including the remains of the Sassanid city of Gur and the Qal’eh Dokhtar Fortress, which offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. The city is also known for its beautiful gardens and traditional architecture, making it a captivating destination for visitors interested in history and culture.