Fuheis village

Collection title

The old good days

ID

JRT00158

Source

JRTV (JO)

First broadcast date

1990

Production year

1990

Abstract

Presentation of life in the village “ Fuheis” situated west Amman. Its inhabitants used to work in agriculture and breeding animals. So they depended on nature’s generosity. This episode highlights the importance of solidarity among members of the village . Their main activities are: viticulture, production of grapes, and the export of wheat, chickpea and other grains, after putting aside what the family needs. They also provide their reserves for milk and cheese . The episode also chronicles the customs of the inhabitants of Fuheis including those related to marriage: the henna, the bride's trousseau, gold jewelry and household items. Presentation of utensils used in brewing, and popular songs for wedding ceremonies and traditional dishes prepared to honor the guests.

Type

video

Production companies

• Television - Own production

Broadcaster

JRTV - Jordan Television

Audiovisual form

Documentary

Primary theme

Tourist sites

Secondary themes

• Tourism and cultural sites / Eco-tourism development
• Society and way of life / Public areas and social issues

Credits / Cast

• Al Abadi Fawaz - Director
• Ghadah Rekkan - Speaker
• Majali Ghazi - Author of original work

Period of events

• 1990

Map locations

• Jordan - Transjordan Plateau - Al- Balqa

Original language

Arabic

Media running time

30m12

Additional information

Fuheis- wedding popular songs- preparation of coffee- ceremonies