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Omani tradition

Omani Kummah and its Long-Lasting Tradition of Women Weavers

Kummahs are traditional caps worn by Muslim and Arab men in the Middle East. Each one is ornately designed, ranging from florals to mosaics, from intricate and complex to more subtle and simple patterns. Learn more about the tradition of women weaving kummahs in the Middle East with Arab America contributing writer, Menal Elmaliki.

Preserving an Omani Tradition

Oman is a beautiful gulf country situated between 3 bodies of water, the Persian Gulf, the Omani Gulf, and the Arabian Sea. Often referred to as the “The Jewel of Musat,” the dhow, a hand strewn boat, in its grandeur is a testimony of Oman’s beauty, richness of history, culture, and ancient traditions. They’ve earned the name of greatest shipbuilders. Arab America Contributing writer, Menal Elmaliki, writes on the Omanis struggle to revive and preserve a heritage that traces back to the time of the vikings.

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