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Visit of HM The Queen to House of Artisan, Abu Dhabi

05 December 2023 1 views

HM The Queen visited the House of Artisan (HoA) which is situated in the area of Qasr Al Hosn. The HoA housed the diverse history and heritage of the UAE, focusing on reviving and preserving ancient local crafts in Emirati culture It spearheads several initiatives that aim to support UAE artisans, promoting their work and preserving the traditional crafts that are an innate part of the UAE's cultural identity.

HM The Queen was briefed on the UAE’s craftmanship which also includes among others, the weaving art of ‘Sadu’. Sadu is a traditional form of weaving practiced by the Bedouin women in UAE which uses the wool of sheep, camels, and goats and incorporates intricate geometric designs that reflect both social identity as well as the surrounding environment. 

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