The traditional carpet of Beni Yezguen

Collection title

Collection EPTV

ID

EPT00217

Source

EPTV (DZ)

First broadcast date

03/25/2005

Production year

2005

Abstract

Documentary on the making of carpets in Oued M’zab and the meaning of colors and patterns. The festival of Carpet, which takes place in spring with the participation of all the municipalities, is a major event in the area. This city of Beni Yezguen is known for its customs and traditions in the carpet trade; the sale takes place at the market each afternoon.

Type

video

Production companies

• EPTV - Own production

Broadcaster

EPTV - 1st national channel

Audiovisual form

Magazine

Primary theme

Markets and crafts

Period of events

• 2005

Map locations

• Algeria - M'Zab - Beni Yezguen

Original language

Arabic

Media running time

23m11

Additional information