During the initial six months of this year, Afghan carpets valued at 8.7 million dollars were exported to international destinations. These carpets found their way to countries like Pakistan, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates, Uzbekistan, Italy, the United States, and the United Kingdom. Carpet weaving stands as one of Afghanistan’s ancient handicrafts, with roots tracing […]
During the initial six months of this year, Afghan carpets valued at 8.7 million dollars were exported to international destinations. These carpets found their way to countries like Pakistan, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates, Uzbekistan, Italy, the United States, and the United Kingdom.
Carpet weaving stands as one of Afghanistan’s ancient handicrafts, with roots tracing back to the Aryan civilization. The contemporary Afghans, who are descendants of the Aryans, are renowned as prominent carpet traders globally. Northern provinces of Afghanistan, including Balkh, Jawzjan, Faryab, Sarpul, Kunduz, and Samangan, are particularly famed for their carpet weaving traditions.
The conducive environment for the growth and progression of this craft industry has been fostered, with Kabul now hosting a permanent exhibition dedicated to Afghan carpets. Ongoing marketing endeavors are promoting Afghan carpets beyond national borders, with recent exhibitions held even in Saudi Arabia.
Hundreds of thousands of individuals across the country are actively involved in the art of carpet weaving, showcasing the enduring cultural and economic significance of this craft within Afghan society.
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