Bakhtiari

/bɑkˈtɪɑri/ noun

Definition

A member of a Turkic or Persian ethnic group primarily found in Iran, or relating to their culture and traditions.

Etymology

From Persian and Turkic languages, referring to the Bakhtiari people native to the Zagros Mountains region of southwestern Iran, with roots in Central Asian nomadic peoples.

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The Bakhtiari are famous for their stunning handwoven carpets and textiles that feature intricate geometric patterns—each design tells stories and took months of careful handwork!

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