"Abarsaj", the felt capital of Iran, in an effort to link the ancient heritage to new markets

Abrasaj Shahroud village, with a share of more than 60% of the country's felt production, 30 active workshops and with a history of several hundred years, is one of the strategic centers of handicrafts in Semnan province and the country. Strengthening the connection of indigenous heritage with innovative design, professional marketing, infrastructure development, facility support for artists and the pursuit of national registration can transform Abrasaj felt from a locally rooted art to a sustainable advantage for the economic development and cultural identity of the region, for

Abrasaj Shahroud village, with a share of more than 60% of the country's felt production, 30 active workshops and with a history of several hundred years, is one of the strategic centers of handicrafts in Semnan province and the country. Strengthening the connection of native heritage with innovative design, professional marketing, infrastructure development, facilitating support for artists and pursuing national registration, can transform Abrasaj felt from a local rooted art into a sustainable advantage for the economic development and cultural identity of the region. To achieve these goals, the fifth edition of Abrasaj Felt Festival was held.