About Fouman, Gilan, Iran

 
Fouman is an agricultural city in the state of Gilan in north Iran. Fouman is gradually changing to a tourist city because of its natural attractions and geographical location. Fouman is located west of Rasht and it's on the way to Masouleh. Like many other cities in north Iran lots of tea and rice farmlands are seen around the city. The Foumani people are very friendly and they are famous for their kindness and hospitality. Probably the most famous icons of Fouman are:
  • The Fouman Koloucheh which is a local cookie stuffed with walnut.
  • The Rood Khan Castle which is a couple of miles to the forest. More on Mirza Kouchak Khan
  • The village of Masouleh which is a panoramic masterpiece of urban architecture
  • K. Saberi (Golagha) A very famous satirist born in Fouman in 1941.
  • Shivan Foumani, the famous contemporary Iranian poet who wrote numerous folk songs in his native language of Gilaki. Shivan's songs were popular for their simplicity and his leftist views.

 

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Foumani-Gilaki-Rashti Morning Song.mp3

A collection of Photographs from FOUMAN

Delicious Fouman Kooloocheh (Cookies) Recipe (Persian)

Hilarious Satire by Shivan Foumani in Gilaki named Gaab (Cow) MP3