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Persian rugs have long been valued around the world, and remain the most popular area rugs of all.

These rugs have always been sturdy and long-lived as they had to stand up to harsh, desert, nomadic life. Rugs had to be both useful and decorative, long lasting and meaningful.

Today the world recognizes Persian rugs primarily for their beauty and class even more than their usefulness and long term investment. The fine styles, designs, and classic weaving materials all result in an area rug that is a special life time purchase.

Homes all over the world warm their appearance with a Persian carpet. The magic of such a carpet changes a house into a home. A home is transformed into a palace of old, a magical majestic statement of beauty.

The Art of Modern Persian Rug Making

Ancient Persia is where current day Iran is located. Iran is still the largest rug producer in the world, with many different regions each producing a slightly different style of rug.

Below are the categories of the most popular districts of Persian rug production. Click on any image to see the full shopping selection available in each style.

Hamadan
Hamadan handmade Persian Carpets

Hamadan rugs come from the Northwestern area of Iran. A small depository of Turkish culture, the Hamadan district is one of the most important regions of carpet production in Iran. These are handwoven rugs with a tribal or nomadic look, based on village or cottage household industry. Traditional crafstmanship and materials ensures a quality rug. Find one today in the style to fit your needs perfectly by clicking here.

Nain
Nain Handmade Persian Rugs

Nain is a tiny county in central Iran. The tiny county of Nain has long enjoyed a world wide reputation of master carpet weavers. Designs from Nain often center around complex floral designs. Nains of higher quality use silk outlining of the floral designs. Expertly crafted, a Nain carpet is sure to bring you years of satisfaction. To see the full array of available patterns, click here.
Kashmar
Kashmar Handwoven Carpets


Kashmar is 926 km. far from Tehran. These carpets represent some of the highest quality rugs from the Eastern Iranian carpet making districts. Often light blues and creams dominate these lovely carpets. These are densely knotted area rugs using the Persian knot system. Find exactly the right Kashmar carpet for your tastes by clicking here.
Kashan
Kashan Hand Woven Carpets

Kashan is located in central Iran, a long time textile commerce center. Kashan was once famous for its silk rugs. While today most of the rugs are in wool, there remains a strong tradition of silk weaving. Floral designs are a common theme in Kashan master weaver rugs. Find your own Kashan rug now by clicking here

Golpayegan
Golpayegan Hand woven rugs


Located in the central Ifsahan province, Golpayegan rugs have some more intense colors, contrasts, and geometrical shapes. You'll find these carpets a good match with more contemporary decor. Find one today by Clicking Here.

Gabbeh
Gabbeh Hand woven rugs


Shiraz is the usual origin of most Gabbeh style carpets. The majority of Gabbeh have a simple plain format with one or two small animals included in their pattern. Gabbeh distinct style of weaving is especially suitable for modern, or contemporary settings. Find a stunning Gabbeh rug for your tastes by clicking here.

Bakhtiari

Bakhtiari Hand Woven Carpets


Bakhtiari rugs and carpets are known for their Garden carpets and symmetrical knots. Natural dyes play a large part in producing generally harmonious ranges of colors around primarily white, ivory, reds, browns, greens and yellows. Geometric motifs often dominate these quality rugs. For the full selection of Bakhtiari rugs, click here
Kerman
Kerman Hand Made Carpets


The city of Kerman is in southeastern Iran, and has long considered one of the main carpet weaving centers of the Persian carpet industry. Colors range from soft reds, greens, blues, yellows and ivories with a variety of designs. Find exquisite designs from Kerman master weavers by clicking here.

Antique StyleTabriz
Tabriz Hand woven rugs



Tabriz carpets are prized the world round. Classic Tabriz rugs were all natural dyed, though today some chemical dyes are used as well. Dark red and deep blue colors predominate the classic Tabriz carpets, while newer carpets also have soft greens, blues, and browns. You, too, will prize a Tabriz hand woven tribal carpet. To see the full selection, click here.

Persian Rugs by Region

More gorgeous Persian carpets and rugs are available directly through Rugman.com. Click on the region you are interested in:

Arak

"Arak rugs are hand-woven Persian pieces made in Arak (formerly known as Sultanabad), the capital city of the province of Markad, which sits on the high plateau of central Northwestern Iran. These carpets are beautiful and unique pieces that will enhance

Ardabil

"The rugs of Ardabil usually have the famous Herati (Mahi) design, which consists of a central diamond medallion and small fish throughout. This design is perhaps one of the most elegant and desired in the industry."

Area Rugs

"Medium-sized rugs are ideal just about anywhere in your home or office. Whether you want to place them as an accent, or display them as a centerpiece, these rugs can meet any decorating need."

Bakhtiari

Handmade wool rug - Bakhtiari

Baluch

"Baluch rugs are tribal hand-woven rugs made in the southern part of Iran by nomadic Baluch tribes. Colors of Baluch rugs are usually predominantly a rich burgundy with some very dark navy blue and accents of ivory. They frequently have either an overall

Collector's Gallery

Looking for the finest in selection and quality? Our Collector's Gallery includes the most exquisite rugs crafted by master weavers.

Designer Picks

"Our team of expert design consultants have selected their favorite pieces as their top picks. These are some of the most unique rugs that we have in our inventory and include rugs with high KPSI, unique shapes and distinctive patterns."

Elam

"Nomadic rugs are produced by nomads and semi-nomadic tribes whose lifestyles have traditionally revolved around breeding sheep and weaving. Little has changed throughout the centuries, and the rugs made today by this group remain true to their ancestor'

Gabbeh

Gabbeh

Golpayegan

Golpayegan

Hamadan

Beautiful handmade Hamadan rugs

Heriz

HERIZ carpets are tribal hand-woven rugs famous among designers because of their soft earth tone colors and geometric pattern. While no two Heriz carpets are identical, they generally tend to have a recognizable similarity. Most have a large central medal

Isfahan

Made in Isfahan City Iran, handknotted with wool/silk on a cotton foundation. It's main colour is Sea Green with a Burgundy border. It's size is 7' 2 x 10' 8 and is excellent condition. The RAJ is 60 knots and the KPSI is 474 and would take approximatel

Kashan

Kashan

Kashmar

Kashmar

Kerman

Stunning handmade Kerman rug

koliai

Koliais are tribal Persian rugs made by nomadic Kurdish people of western Iran. They are more than often characterized by the bright and lively colors that they use. The Koliai often has a large central medallion with a classic hexagonal Herati diamond de

Large Rugs

Large rugs will fill your room with their beauty and versatility. These rugs can be placed under or around furniture to warm up a larger area.

Mashad

"The elegant Mashad, capital city of the province of Khorassan, produces fine, traditional designs in classic colours, fields of Shah Abbas flowers and medallions of superb proportions."

MasterWeave

"Master Workshop rugs are the most esteemed, and typically, the most expensive of all Persian and Oriental rugs. The term Master Workshop is applied to workshops that consistently produce exceptional rugs under the direction of a master weaver. "

Modern Rugs

Trying to find a rug that suits your modern decor? These rug styles will complement any contemporary decor with their versatile patterns and understated appeal.

Nain

Nain

Navahand

"Most of the Nahavands made are about 5 feet by 8 feet. They feature floral spray designs and geometric patterns, often in a rust or reddish salmon color. The fame of the Nahavand is greatly due to the quality of the wool used to weave it. The thick soft

Nepalese Rugs

"Nepalese rugs often incorporate many weaving combinations such as loop/cut, higher pile/lower pile, silk/wool, and the technique of embossing to further accentuate todays most fashionable designs. Their heavy, lustrous pile and rich texture give a disti

New Arrivals

"These unique rugs have just arrived and are ready for your perusal. Accent rugs, area rugs, oversized rugs, and runners in traditional and modern styles - all handmade, all authentic, and all at amazing prices."

Now on Sale

Looking for a great deal? Here's where you'll find amazing prices on some of the best rugs around. Selected items are on sale for a limited time only so bookmark this page and check back frequently!

Palace Sized Rugs

"Substantial in size and grand in appeal, these oversized rugs are the ideal solution for your floor-covering needs. The beauty and grandeur of these rugs are guaranteed to make any home feel like a palace. "

Qum

Made in Qum Iran, handknotted with silk on a silk foundation. It's main colour is Yellow with a Rust border. It's size is 3' 3 x 4' 10 and is 30 -40 years old in excellent condition. The RAJ is 60 knots and the KPSI is 473 and would take approximatly 18

Runners

"Need a solution for a narrow space? Runners are an ideal choice for hallways and staircases, but are also very convenient at the ends of a large room or behind a sofa."

Sabzevar

"A traditional round central medallion pattern is dominant in Sabzevars with rich burgundy as the main color, and blue, and some green accents throughout. Lately, Sabzevar has started producing a series of very fine rugs, some with silk blended in with th

Semi-Antique

"Antique rugs (100 years or older) are rated highest in their price catergory, though semi-antiques of 50 or 60 years of age are also highly prized. The muted colors and softer ""hand"" of an antique rug contributes to its value."

Serapi

Made in Serapi Iran, handknotted with wool on a cotton foundation. It's main colour is Sea Green with a Indigo border. It's size is 4' 2 x 5' 9 and is in excellent condition. The RAJ is 30 knots and the KPSI is 118 and would take approximatly 68 days to

Shiraz

Made in Shiraz Iran, handknotted with wool on a wool foundation. It's main colour is Rust with a Ivory border. It's size is 5' 1 x 7' 10 and is in excellent condition. The RAJ is 25 knots and the KPSI is 82 and would take approximatly 78 days to create

Silk rugs

Silk is the finest material of which a rug can be woven. Silk is used either on its own or in combination with wool in a number of individual weaving groups in all major rug-making countries.

Sultanabad

Made in Sultanabad Iran, handknotted with wool on a cotton foundation. It's main colour is Rose with a Yellow border. It's size is 2' 9 x 9' 6 and is in excellent condition. The RAJ is 30 knots and the KPSI is 118 and would take approximatly 75 days to

Tabatabaie

Made in Tabatabaie Iran, handknotted with wool on a cotton foundation. It's main colour is Indigo with a Orange border. It's size is 9' 10 x 12' 6 and is 30 -40 years old in excellent condition. The RAJ is 25 knots and the KPSI is 82 and would take appr

Tabriz

Made in Tabriz Iran. Handknotted wool on a cotton foundation. The main colour of this rug is Ivory with a Ivory border. It's size is 4'3 x 6'0. The RAJ is 25 knots and the KPSI is 82. Hours spent on this rug was 50 days. CLICK TO SEE MORE LIKE THIS..

Traditional Rugs

Searching for a traditional pattern to complement your decor? Our traditional styles include incredible motifs and floral patterns that have been valued for generations.

Tribal Rugs

"The term Village Rugs or Tribal Rugs is applied to a broad category of rugs that share common features of construction, character and design. Village rugs fall somewhere between nomadic and workshop rugs. "

Wool Rug

"Wool is the most widely used material in handmade rugs and carpets because it's soft, durable and easy to work with. Good carpet wool needs to be soft, strong and springy. As a general rule, the wool in nomadic rugs is very good. "

Wool/Silk rug

"Wool, cotton and silk are the main materials used in construction of Oriental and Persian rugs. Wool is the most widely used material in handmade rugs and carpets because it's soft, durable and easy to work with. Because of the cost of the silk, it is us

Zanjan

"The northern part of Iran, including the provinces of Gilan, Zanjan, and Mazandaran is very rich in history. These peaceful people are documented to have been weaving rugs for over 3000 years. They have a migratory lifestyle and almost all the women and
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