Social Life in Abyaneh (Viuna)

In the middle of the long stretch from west to east, a lady sits some distance from the karal in the crowd if any tourist is interested in buying dried fruit (apple, apricot). The men are probably discussing the advantages and disadvantages of having tourists in the village. Maybe about how local authorities have done their jobs. Now and then out of the corner of their eyes; casts a sideways glance at how tourists behave in the village. Source: Screenshot, Youtube Clip, The red village of the world with red house's, uploaded2024-05-12, @arezoogholipour5252

Climate

Located at the foot of Mont Karkas 2,180 m above see level, at a distance of 70 km from Kashan. " With an area of 350 km ² " (Mahname Abyaneh, nr 10, 1390). Cold climate, enjoyable spring, warm summer, creates a four various season .This village experiences a moderate and dry climate. Abyaneh enjoys pleasant weather in the spring, specially in April, the best season for traveling. Image source: @kohanviuna

Houses

The old houses are around 200 years, based on the old styles patterns made of red clay soil (Haksoor) bricks, wooden doors, windows and roof stand stairways on green bedrock (Záya). Natural resursers are still used to make houses same way as the old. A mixture of khaki mud and water solution is used inside to refresh rums with its special sweet scent of mud and yellow white color. Tow door handles of metal on the outer door with different construction shows if is it a woman or a man knocking at the door. Modern life has not influenced Viunj's (Abyanei´s) traditional costumes but well adapted to a meaningful modern way of living style. Iran Plans to reinforce Abyaneh's Clay Buildings wrote Iranian Cultural Heritage News Agency 6/29/04. Image source: @kohanviuna. Left image year 40s. Right image: Year 2023

Lifestyle changes in Abyaneh(Viuna)

Much of the former lifestyle has changed over time in Abyaneh as in all other social structures. Many of the professional workers' jobs disappeared completely. Commercial markets have taken over and in some ways facilitated the work of the population. Their eating habits have also changed, but in some situations and rituals they stick to the old traditions. Today it can be difficult for you as a tourist to find Abyaneh's traditional food on a plate. But if you are lucky, chances are you will get to taste such food at religious and ritual ceremonies. Here you see pictures of some lost professions and traditional food.

Lost professions

Blacksmithing, Weaving wedges, Sheep and herding in large scale, Jam making premises, Copper- smithing, Butchery, Traditional bakery, Public bathhouse, Barbershop, Mortuary, Saddle maker ...

Most popular Abyaneh(Viuna's) traditional food dishes

Garsáfa: Domestic food. Ghalgha Dooshav: Apple jam mixed with walnuts. Avdu-khiyar: Summer drink, yoghurt, cucumber, mint. Javdu: Soup plus wild vegetables. Karvooni:Dried whey, onion, mint, turmeric, water. Noon: Bread from the traditional bakery. Image source: @kohanviuna & myabyaneh.ir