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Handicrafts and Souvenirs, Lurestan The handicrafts of the province can be divided into three parts, that is handicrafts to do with the tribal, rural and urban areas. Of these, handicrafts concerning the nomads are made more for their own use, and a minor portion of these may be marketed. Tribal Handicrafts: 'Siyah Chador' or tents, cotton material, rugs, Gelim or (a coarse carpet). Rural Handicrafts: Rugs, Gelim, jajeem or (a loosely woven woolen material) and dyeing Urban Handicrafts: Wood carving, felt making, carving on metal, the manufacture of silver objects, carpet and weaving. The souvenirs of the province are: Gelim, jajeem, table cloths, bed-spreads, 'geeveh' or (a type of local foot ware) and ceramic. Besides the above there are local sweet-meats, honey, edible oils made of animal fat. Local and Regional Foods, Lurestan The local cuisine of Lurestan Province is an intermingling of tribal and urban tastes. There are a variety of 'Aash' ( a type of soup, usually made of leafy vegetables and stock), 'Aab Goosht' ( a kind of meat broth with lentils or chick-pea), types of curries, meat -ball dishes, stuffed vegetables, local pies, an array of jams and pickles. Local Music and Dances, Lurestan The traditional music of Lurestan accompanied by musical instruments such as string instruments, drums, flutes and pipes. The music comprises of melodies to do with work, special ceremonies, weddings and epic legendary anthems. Dances are performed in groups, some with slow and some with a faster rhythm. The men and women dance in separate groups. |
