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Insider's view of the country: Najafabad handicrafts

Weaving continues to be an important craft in Iran. Argavan Bafi is one type of basket weaving that can be seen throughout the central province of Isfahan, especially in the city of Najafabad.

Isfahan is admired all over the world for its breathtaking architecture and unique handicraft. Weaving continues to be an important craft in Iran. For thousands of years, weavers have used this land's abundant foliage to produce useful and sometimes unique products that are both beautiful and practical.

One type of basket weaving that can be seen throughout the province of Isfahan, especially in the city of Najafabad, is Argavan Bafi.