Tangibles

Identity formation also occurs around the places we frequent and things we build and interact with. Particularly important places can include the homes we live in, the places where we worship and remember, and the places that we consider unique to our culture. This can also include the clothes we wear, tools we use, and handicrafts we take cultural pride in.  All of these things, being parts of our culture that can be touched and interacted with, are tangibles, or tangible parts of our culture.

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Knots of Culture: Central Asia’s Carpet Weaving Heritage

Central Asia’s rich tradition of carpet weaving reflects the region’s history, culture, and identity. From the ancient nomads of the Pazyryk Valley to the artisans of Kyrgyz yurts and the urban weavers of Samarkand, carpets have long served both practical and symbolic functions. Their materials, techniques, and motifs reflect centuries of interaction between nomadic and […]

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