Afghan women work at a carpet weaving factory in Balkh province, Afghanistan on Feb. 22, 2023. (Photo by Khibar Momand/Xinhua)
BALKH, Afghanistan, March 3 (Xinhua) -- It is almost impossible to ignore the beauty of traditional handmade Afghan rugs after seeing the subtle blend of various patterns and colors.
Pre-dyed wool yarns dance through the fingers of artisans, mostly women, and make images. The rugs surprise others with elaboration and exoticism, attracting customers worldwide.
Afghan women work at a carpet weaving factory in Balkh province, Afghanistan on Feb. 22, 2023. (Photo by Khibar Momand/Xinhua)
Afghan women work at a carpet weaving factory in Balkh province, Afghanistan on Feb. 22, 2023. (Photo by Khibar Momand/Xinhua)
Afghan women work at a carpet weaving factory in Balkh province, Afghanistan on Feb. 22, 2023. (Photo by Khibar Momand/Xinhua)
Afghan women work at a carpet weaving factory in Balkh province, Afghanistan on Feb. 22, 2023. (Photo by Khibar Momand/Xinhua)
Afghan women work at a carpet weaving factory in Balkh province, Afghanistan on Feb. 22, 2023. (Photo by Khibar Momand/Xinhua) ■
