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The Art of Sadu Weaving in Iraq: Beauty in Geometric Symmetry
In the vast deserts of Iraq, where the wind whispers through dunes and tents, there exists a craft passed down through generations of Bedouin women — Sadu weaving. With bold patterns, earthy colors, and sacred geometry, this textile tradition tells the story of nomadic life, survival, and identity. What is Sadu? Sadu (or Al-Sadu) is a traditional form of handweaving…
Meet the Kazakh Eagle Huntress Preserving an Ancient Bond
In the snow-dusted mountains of western Mongolia, a young woman rides horseback with a golden eagle perched on her gloved arm — a striking image of grace, strength, and tradition. Her name is Aisholpan, and she’s part of a dwindling group of Kazakh eagle hunters keeping a 2,000-year-old practice alive. But unlike most of her predecessors, she’s not a man.…
Decoding the Turkish Nazar Boncuğu: The Blue Eye That Protects
Whether hanging from a rearview mirror, embedded in jewelry, or decorating a home’s entrance, the deep blue glass eye of the Nazar Boncuğu is instantly recognizable in Turkey and beyond. But what is this eye really watching? And why do millions of people believe in its protective powers? What Is the Nazar Boncuğu? The Nazar Boncuğu — commonly known as…
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