What is a Nain rug?
Even if it wasn’t a historic center for rug weaving, today the city of Nain in central Iran is known around the world for crafting some of the finest rugs available.
Nain rugs are especially notable for the high percentage of silk they use, giving the rugs a characteristic shimmer. Patterns and designs are heavily influenced by rugs made in nearby Isfahan, with beautiful and elaborate floral patterns made possible by using Persian knots