One of the most famous centers for oriental rugs production. The city is located in northwest Iran about forty miles west of Tabriz. Although a low knot count of about 30-80 is commonly used, these types of hand knotted rugs are some of the most sought after in all of oriental rug weavings. Sizes are usually large and depict a dominating squarish medallion having pendants attached on both ends. Heriz carpets are double wefted, woven on cotton foundation and use the symmetrical knot.