Regions of origin
Oriental rugs are knotted from Morocco to Nepal. Every region has its own patterns, materials, and traditions. Hover over a region on the map or click a marker.
All regions at a glance
Persia / Iran
Iran is regarded as the cradle of rug knotting and is home to the greatest variety of styles and techniques in the world.
67 styles
Afghanistan
Afghan rugs are known for their deep reds and bold geometric patterns, shaped by centuries of nomadic tradition.
8 styles
Turkey
Turkey looks back on a thousand-year knotting tradition and is known for the symmetric Ghiordes knot.
4 styles
Pakistan
Pakistan produces high-quality rugs, often inspired by Persian patterns but with a distinctive character of their own.
India
India is one of the largest rug producers worldwide, blending Mughal tradition with contemporary design.
9 styles
China
Chinese rugs stand out through their distinctive motifs — dragons, medallions, and Buddhist symbols on a silken pile.
1 style
Caucasus
Caucasian rugs captivate with their luminous colors and bold geometric patterns from the mountain regions.
2 styles
Turkmenistan
Turkmen rugs are world-famous for their deep red tones and the characteristic gül medallions of the tribes.
1 style
Balochistan
Baluchi rugs come from the borderlands of Iran, Afghanistan, and Pakistan and carry an unmistakable nomadic style.
1 style
Nepal
Nepalese rugs combine the Tibetan knotting tradition with modern design and exceptional craftsmanship.
1 style
Morocco
Moroccan rugs — most famously the Berber Beni Ourain and Azilal — fascinate with their minimalist designs and dense wool.
1 style