Saffron the Red Gold, the most expensive spice in the world, is one of the species of Iran.

More than 80% of the world’s Saffron demand is supplied by Iran saffron farms and head chefs all over the universe take advantage of this holy spice in their food.

Saffron or Zaffaron is the secret to give foods and beverages a pleasing taste, lovely red or yellow color, and a delightful smell.

In Iran saffron is mainly used with rice and tea, and also to give flavor and smell to foods containing meat, shrimps, and other seafood.  Besides all the heavenly taste, color, and smell of saffron, it is so good for moderating the heartbeat for those who have blood pressure, decreasing menstrual pains, helps for a good sleep and it is simply antidepression.

Where are Iran Saffron farms?

Saffron is grown in warm and dry weather, where the summer is always sunny and hot and has a dry and moderate winter. In Iran, the saffron is mainly coming from the northeast, in the central area of Khorasan Province. The most famous Saffron farm city is Qaenat.

In addition to Khorasan province, in other regions of Iran, like Kerman, Fars, and Hamedan province, there are some vast saffron fields.

How to visit Iran saffron farms?

Ghaenat city with the best saffron locates 5 hours far away from the main city of Mashhad. There are several flights a day from Tehran and other capital cities to Mashhad and return.

Also, with Qatar Airways and Turkish international airlines direct flights to Mashhad, you can fly directly to Mashhad, visit saffron farms. By the time you are in Iran, It’s so recommended to continue your journey to the other cities and visit the classic route and beautiful sites of Shiraz, Yazd, Isfahan, and Tehran.