Then the music started, and a crew of nine began a full run-through of “Song of the North,” an elaborate shadow puppet staging of stories from the 10th-century Persian epic the “Shahnameh.” ...

As we’ve complained about before, finding a nice, soft rug that’s affordable is challenging, especially because there are so many online outlets — many with very similar names and often ...

Bland, and outdated. The one thing I hate the most about our house is all the Persian rugs. They were expensive, but I hated them. I begged my mum to buy a different rug when we moved houses again. I ...

With its bountiful use of fruits in many forms (pomegranate molasses, sun-dried limes), vibrant inclusion of fragrant and fresh herbs, and symbolic thread of saffron throughout, Persian cuisine ...

When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Alex Arpaia and Daniela Gorny A great pad can transform a rug–making it cushier and more comfortable, preventing slips ...