Iran Press/Iran news: Archaeological researches show that Lalejin located in the ancient city of Hamadan or Ecbatana has 7500 years' history record dating back to ancient Persia, as revealed by excavations in the past and recent years at Ecbatana Hill, Gyan in Nahavand and Nushijan in Malayer in Hamedan Province.
Pottery has been handed down from generation to generation in Lalejin. This is their ancient and traditional art. The products have got good quality and the materials used are good enough to some extent, Iran Press reported.
Lalejin is also the centre of pottery production in the Middle East.
The small town of Lalejin celebrated its designation as the World Pottery Capital by the World Crafts Council in 2016.
According to official statistics, around 80 percent of Lalejin’s population are potters, ceramists and involved in either pottery or related industries. 101/211/205
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