Malayer
Hamadān, Iran
Why visit Malayer?
Malayer is a city in southern Hamadan Province, located 80 km south of Hamadan. It is known for its carpet weaving industry (Malayer carpets are famous worldwide), its walnut orchards, and the historic Yazdanshahr Garden. The city was an important stop on the Silk Road.
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By Bus
Frequent buses connect Malayer to Hamadan (80 km north, 1 hr), Nahavand (30 km south, 30 min), and Isfahan (250 km south-east, 3.5 hr).
By Car
Highway 56 connects Malayer to Hamadan (north) and Nahavand (south).
Walking and shared taxis.
What are the things to do?
Malayer Carpet Museum: Showcasing the region's carpet-weaving heritage.
Yazdanshahr Garden: A Qajar-era garden and palace.
Malayer Bazaar: Traditional market with carpet section.
Siah Mountains: Scenic hills north of the city.
Visit carpet-weaving workshops.
Explore the Yazdanshahr Garden.
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Standard Persian and Kurdish cuisine at local restaurants.
Where to drink?
Tea, doogh.
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- Budget: Malayer Inn — ~250,000 IRR.
- Mid-range: Malayer Hotel — double ~800,000 IRR.
What should you buy?
Malayer carpets (high-quality, wool, geometric patterns), walnuts, almonds, and dried fruits.
Where to go next?
- Hamadan (80 km north, 1 hr) — Ecbatana, Tomb of Avicenna
- Nahavand (30 km south, 30 min) — ancient city
- Tuyserkan (50 km west, 1 hr) — walnut capital
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Guide content as of July 2026.
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