Shiraz is a historic city in southwestern Persia and the capital of Fars Province. The city is famous for its literature, poetry, beautiful gardens and It is known for being the site of the ancient Persepolis, and has also served as a trading centre since ancient times, with many tourist attractions and historical buildings dotted around it.

Fars Province is also the place where Persia (present-day Iran) got its name.

The area around Shiraz is home to a nomadic tribe called the Qashqai people, and the gabbehs they make are also very famous as Qashqai handicrafts.

Gabbeh carpets are hand-woven carpets made from thick, soft wool, and feature designs inspired by nomadic life and nature. They are brightly colored and feature geometric patterns, animals, plants and other motifs.