Sociological Study of Women's Leisure in Qajar Era

These days, studying leisure is at the heart of science in various subjects such as cultural studies, life style, sociology of leisure, social psychology and etc. So, historical analysis of women’s culture and lifestyles as an ignored object in recent researches in a country like Iran with ancient history should be contemplated. Regarding rapid cultural changes of recent eras, Qajar is one which has plenty of staggering sources. In this article by using documentary method, researcher studies itineraries and memories to portray women’s leisure. Such attempts give some critical clues about gender culture and life style of women in this era. Besides, this has eligible hints for explanation of models of women’s leisure in contemporary society. Social statues, gender separation and affordability are among significant related factors of women’s leisure. Also it should be said that women mostly participated in collective activities.