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Living Craft. Blacksmithing
12/09/2024 09:00
Living Craft. Blacksmithing
The art of forging metal is one of the most ancient. For the Abkhazians, a forge is not only a workshop where tools and other objects were made. It has long been revered as a sacred place, and blacksmiths enjoyed special respect and influence in society. Today, the forge continues to be the center for preserving the craft and historical heritage. What did the dagger of the Apsil warrior look like, why are there so many references to iron in the Nart Epos, and what attracts modern youth to blacksmithing - watch the latest issue of "Living Craft".
"Living Craft". Needlework. National clothes.
13/06/2024 13:30
"Living Craft". Needlework. National clothes.
National dress is a kind of a book. By studying it, you can learn a lot about the traditions, culture and history of your people. Watch the next episode of the “Living Craft” to know what our traditional costume was like in ancient times, what Abkhazian needlewomen became famous for and why national clothing will never go out of fashion.
Living Craft
31/03/2024 12:55
Living Craft
What is the soul of the people expressed in? In language, traditions, culture. It is also expressed in crafts that are passed on from generation to generation, giving the opportunity to create for the benefit and joy of people.
“Living Craft” is a new project of the World Abaza Congress.
The series of programs will tell about masters who, with their own hands, help traditions not to fade away, remaining part of modern culture. You will learn more about the history and technology of the craft and, perhaps, try your hand at creativity yourself.
The “Walking the paths of Apsuara” cycle: interview with Varlam Karamzia
11/03/2024 16:00
The “Walking the paths of Apsuara” cycle: interview with Varlam Karamzia
As part of the series of programs “Walking the paths of Apsuara”, journalist Ekaterina Bebia talks with Varlam Karamzia. The recording was made in 2009.
The “Walking the paths of Apsuara” cycle: interview with Kuchoch Mikaya
26/02/2024 10:00
The “Walking the paths of Apsuara” cycle: interview with Kuchoch Mikaya
As part of the series of programs “Walking the paths of Apsuara”, journalist Ekaterina Bebia talks with a peasant from the village of Kutol Kuchoch Mikaya. The recording was made in 2009.
A short virtual tour of the Gulia House Museum
19/02/2024 13:30
A short virtual tour of the Gulia House Museum
WAC declared a week of D.I. Gulia to the 150th anniversary of the founder of Abkhaz literature, national poet and scholar. Every day we will share with you new publications about the life and work of the writer. Follow us on website and social networks.
The “Walking the paths of Apsuara” cycle: interview with Felix Dzhindzhia
13/02/2024 12:00
The “Walking the paths of Apsuara” cycle: interview with Felix Dzhindzhia
As part of the series “Walking the paths of Apsuara” program, journalist Ekaterina Bebia talks with a teacher, educator from Ochamchira, Felix Dzhindzhia. The recording was made in 2009.
The “Walking the paths of Apsuara” cycle: interview with Gennady Tsvizhba
12/02/2024 12:00
The “Walking the paths of Apsuara” cycle: interview with Gennady Tsvizhba
As part of the series of programs “Walking the paths of Apsuara”, journalist Ekaterina Bebia talks with resident of Gagra Gennady Tsvizhba. The recording was made in 2009.
The “Walking the paths of Apsuara” cycle: interview with Arzuman Marchan and Shurbey Tsargush
05/02/2024 08:00
The “Walking the paths of Apsuara” cycle: interview with Arzuman Marchan and Shurbey Tsargush
As part of the series of programs “Walking the paths of Apsuara”, journalist Ekaterina Bebia talks with a peasant from the village of Otap, Arzuman Marshan, and a scholar, teacher, Shurbey Tsargush. The recording was made in 2009.
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