Tourism train to highlight rosewater tradition in Kashan
A special tourism train dedicated to the rosewater distillation season is set to be launched to Kashan, with the aim of strengthening Isfahan Province’s position as “Iran’s Desert Tourism Capital,” the deputy head of tourism at Isfahan Province’s Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts Organization said.
Davoud Abian said the first tourism train for Kashan’s traditional rosewater distillation ceremony has been planned and will be operated as part of efforts to realize the provincial tourism slogan, “Isfahan, the Desert Tourism Capital of Iran.” He added that the initiative is intended to promote rail-based tourism, introduce the cultural and ritual capacities of the province, and facilitate easier travel for tourists, according to chtn.ir.
Referring to the growing popularity of experience-based tourism, Abian said the Kashan rosewater tourism train provides a valuable opportunity to showcase the unique attractions of Iran’s desert regions as well as the province’s traditional ceremonies. He noted that the program could play an important role in boosting domestic tourism, enhancing travel experiences, and increasing the average length of stay for visitors.
Abian further stated that passengers on this tourism train will enjoy a safe and attractive rail journey, during which they will visit the traditional rosewater distillation ceremonies held in Kashan and Qamsar. He added that tourists will also become familiar with the cultural, historical, and handicraft capacities of the region.
Emphasizing the importance of inter-agency cooperation in tourism development, he said the project has been implemented in coordination with the Isfahan Railway Organization, travel agencies, and municipal management bodies. He added that efforts are underway to operate this route on a regular basis and to develop it into a set of diverse tourism packages.
He noted that the first departure of the tourism train will take place in the coming days. He stressed that the development of rail tourism is one of the key priorities in the province’s tourism planning and expressed hope that such initiatives would further consolidate Isfahan’s position as “Iran’s Desert Tourism Capital.”