Experience the beauty of Kashan’s Golabgiri festival. Learn how locals celebrate the rose harvest with music, tradition, and the sweet scent of rosewater in this unique cultural event.

A Festival Full of Fragrance and Joy

Imagine waking up early in the morning, stepping into fields full of blooming red roses. The sun is just rising, and the air is fresh and sweet with the smell of roses. This is Kashan during the Golabgiri festival, a magical time when the city comes alive with color, music, and tradition.

For hundreds of years, the people of Kashan have gathered to harvest roses and make rosewater, a special product loved throughout Iran and the world.

What is Golabgiri?

Golabgiri means “rosewater making.” This ceremony happens in late spring when the roses are ready to pick. Early in the morning, locals and visitors walk through fields, carefully picking the freshest roses by hand.

Then, the roses are taken to traditional distillation houses, where the rosewater is slowly made. The process is slow and careful because the smell and quality of the rosewater depend on it.

The Heart of the Celebration: Tradition and Togetherness

Golabgiri is not just about making rosewater, it is a joyful cultural event. People come together to celebrate nature, heritage, and community.

During the festival, you will hear traditional music and see colorful clothes. There are dances, songs, and happy faces everywhere. Visitors can join workshops to learn how rosewater is made or taste rose-based sweets and drinks.

Families invite guests to share meals and stories, making everyone feel like part of the Kashan family.

More Than Just a Festival

The Golabgiri festival is full of meaningful moments:

• Early morning rose picking under the pink sky.
• Watching old machines carefully turn fresh roses into pure rosewater.
• Sharing tea with rose petals and homemade sweets.
• Listening to stories about Kashan’s history and the importance of roses.
• Feeling the calm and beauty of nature all around.

This festival connects the past and the present, showing the love and respect people have for their land.

Why You Should Experience Golabgiri

Visiting Kashan during Golabgiri is a unique chance to see Iranian culture in full bloom. It is perfect for travelers who want to feel nature, enjoy peaceful moments, and meet kind local people.

Our tours include visits to the rose fields and traditional distillation houses, so you can join in the experience and bring home memories, and maybe some rosewater!

Final Thoughts

Golabgiri teaches us how nature and tradition can create something beautiful and meaningful. The scent of rosewater is not just a smell, it is the heart of Kashan’s culture and the joy of sharing simple, sweet moments together.

When you take part in Golabgiri, you don’t just visit a festival, you join a living story.