SiahChador weaving in South Khorasan from nomadic tradition to economic opportunities
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Siah-Chador weaving in South Khorasan, from nomadic tradition to economic opportunities
TEHRAN--In the vast deserts of eastern Iran, where life is tied to the harsh climate, a long-standing art still breathes; an art that not only creates shelter, but also narrates the history, identity, and sustainability of a culture. Siah-Chador weaving (weaving the black tents) by the nomads of South Khorasan province is on verge of a new development today; a development that can link this indigenous heritage from nomadic habitats to national and even global markets.
