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Al-Muhaibis: social practices and traditions associated with it
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Al-Muhaibis: social practices and traditions associated with it

Al-Muhaibis is a popular game that tests players’ insight and intelligence. It is typically played during the month of Ramadan, after the Tarawih…

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Yaldā/Chella
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Yaldā/Chella

Yaldā/Chella refers to a traditional celebration of the sun and the warmth of life. Practiced in Iran and Afghanistan, the event takes place on the…

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Naqqāli, Iranian dramatic story-telling
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Naqqāli, Iranian dramatic story-telling

Naqqāli is the oldest form of dramatic performance in the Islamic Republic of Iran and has long played an important role in society, from the courts…

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Qutb Minar and its Monuments, Delhi
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Ancient Cities of the Silk Road

Discover the architectural majesty of ancient cities that once stood as the beating hearts of global trade, science, and art.

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