Tajmir, hub for traditional dolls

Over the past few years, the village of Tajmir in Iran’s Sarbisheh has become a hub for traditional dolls.

Women in Sarbisheh, one of the counties of Iran’s South Khorasan Province, have upheld the tradition of sewing dolls.

The residents' homes in Sarbisheh’s Tajmir are decorated with beautiful dolls, aka Dotuk, which symbolize the indigenousness, simplicity and authenticity of the people in the region.

The materials used in making these eco-friendly dolls are taken from the region itself, such as wool obtained from sheep.

The dolls of Tajmir, whose features are influenced by the culture of the village, are inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list.

These dolls are mainly made by the village’s women, but other members of the family also take part in that process.

Dotuk is a popular souvenir of the region.

The residents of Tajmir also sew all the needed fabrics, pillows and cushions and spend months creating fabulous pieces.

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