From Palestine

Traditional Crafts and Industries

Series 1, Episode 9

Traditional Crafts and Industries

Duration: 17 min

Traditional industries and crafts occupy a significant place in many Palestinian cities, reflecting a historical continuum and often an inherited legacy. These industries are based on the principle of transforming the raw materials that are abundant in the country into artisanal products with a distinct heritage and deep historical significance. For centuries, crafts and handmade industries have shaped part of Palestine's intellectual and material heritage. They have been and continue to be the bridges connecting the country's present to its past, reflecting its identity, authenticity, and the melding of its people with it.