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bringing a fragrant slice of Iranian cultural heritage to urban audiences.According to Amir Ghasemi, head of the Tourism Headquarters of
Tehran Municipality, the initiative is part of a broader effort to boost tourism, showcase the customs of various Iranian provinces, and
enrich citizens' leisure experiences.The festivities coincide with the annual Golab-Giri season traditionally celebrated in Kashan an its
nearby villages, which are renowned for their centuries-old rosewater production rituals.The first of these festivals began in mid-April at
the National Botanical Garden and has since continued at Parvaz Park from April 21
boiled in large copper pots, releasing their aromatic essence into the air before being collected in glass jars.Alongside the distillation
demonstrations, the festivals feature vibrant cultural programs, including exhibitions, traditional product markets, and live entertainment
Ghasemi also noted that half-day guided tours from affiliated offices are available until June 21 to help residents engage more deeply with
the festivities.Every year in May and June, hundreds of Golab-Giri festivals are held where roses reign and fragrant dreams are made
For centuries, the merriments of the fragrant roses take center stage in Kashan and the lands beyond as petals are plucked with gentle care
and glee by honored guests and the locals.Iran has a long history of flower and herb cultivation
Many people think that rosewater that is traditionally distilled is of higher quality than rosewater that is manufactured in factories,
probably as a result of the speedier harvesting and distillation processes.Traditionally, rosewater has been made from a flower with a very
sweet scent that is best known in the nation as Mohammadi roses
Early in the morning, the flower harvest is nearly finished
Rumor has it that delays in harvesting or transportation to the distillery lead to a decline in the quantity and quality of essential
This article first appeared/also appeared in Tehran Times
