Tag: Oriental

  • Takhya: magical and symbolic

    Takhya: magical and symbolic

    The article “A hat from the far-lands” by Niloufar Ashournia explores the significance of the Takhya, a special skullcap worn by various Central Asian peoples. The Takhya is a symbol of cultural and religious identity, worn for its protective and ornamental functions. The article delves into the materials, embroideries, rituals, and symbolic meanings associated with…