Al-Mashaqir and the status of women in folklore [Archives:2008/1176/Last Page]

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July 28 2008

Nisreen Shadad
For The Yemen Times

Al-Mashaqir is a collection of fragrant plants worn in women's hair, but is also a testament to women's beauty and strength as well as a connection to their culture.

This idea penetrated the heart and mind of Arwa Othman, the director of the Folklore House, who launched “Al-Mashaqir: a Photo Exhibition