Saffron, often referred to as the “golden spice,” is more than just a culinary delight. It has held significant cultural, religious, and symbolic importance across various civilizations for millennia. Its vibrant color, distinctive aroma, and rarity have made saffron a symbol of wealth, purity, and spiritual enlightenment, woven into the fabric of religious rituals, traditional ceremonies, and cultural practices. 1. Saffron in Ancient Civilizations     The history of saffron dates back