Kum
Type : Persian carpet
Location : Central Iran (formerly Persia)
Knot Density : 240,000 - 1,600,000 knots per square meter
Features : Various colors and designs
Pile : very high quality natural silk
Qum is the capital of Qum Province, located in the north-central part of Iran, about 140 km south of Tehran. The city has a strong religious atmosphere and has a unique charm that attracts many pilgrims every year.
Qom is famous for its silk carpets, and the natural silk from Qom is known worldwide for its high quality. Stylized plants, animals and medallions are common in the designs of the carpets.
Qum is also famous for its local sweet, Sohan. Although carpet production in the region has only been around for about 100 years, Qum carpets are highly sought after and prized for their understated luxury. Qum silk carpets in particular are prized for their fine weaving and intricate designs.
Each of Qumu's famous workshops has its own unique design, which is instantly recognisable.
Qom is famous for its silk carpets, and the natural silk from Qom is known worldwide for its high quality. Stylized plants, animals and medallions are common in the designs of the carpets.
Qum is also famous for its local sweet, Sohan. Although carpet production in the region has only been around for about 100 years, Qum carpets are highly sought after and prized for their understated luxury. Qum silk carpets in particular are prized for their fine weaving and intricate designs.
Each of Qumu's famous workshops has its own unique design, which is instantly recognisable.
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Many of the designs look like you are looking up at the ceiling from inside a mosque.