# "The Moroccan Caftan: A Living National Heritage" Opens during 2026 Silk Road Week at China National Silk Museum

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- Published: 2026-06-23T09:45:00+07:00
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HANGZHOU, China, June 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — A vibrant celebration of North African
heritage debuts at the China National Silk Museum on June 24, as _The Moroccan Caftan:
A Living National Heritage_ makes its grand debut. Jointly supported by the Moroccan
Ministry of Culture and the Moroccan Embassy in China, the exhibition marks the 
most comprehensive showcase of Moroccan sartorial art ever presented in China and
will run to the public through September 23, 2026, spanning both the Textile Conservation
Gallery and the Brocade Cafe Gallery.

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The Moroccan Caftan: A Living National Heritage Opens at China National Silk Museum

Situated at the crossroads of Africa, the Arab world and Europe, Morocco has long
been a melting pot of civilizations, nurturing a remarkably rich and diverse sartorial
heritage. At the heart of this tradition lies the caftan, a ceremonial garment that
embodies not only social etiquette and collective memory but also generations of
exquisite craftsmanship, including weaving, embroidery, braiding and beadwork. In
2025, "The Caftan: Art, Tradition, and Craftsmanship" was inscribed on UNESCO’s 
Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, consolidating
its status as a global cultural treasure.

The exhibition is structured around the theme of "Heritage and Innovation," guiding
visitors through five thematic sections: Ritual and Craftsmanship, Regional Styles
and Diversity, Accessories and Splendor, Legacy and Reinvention, and Weddings and
Celebrations. These sections trace the evolution of traditional Moroccan dress while
illustrating the aesthetic sensibilities, social customs, and cultural identities
embedded in each garment. The display features a stunning array of traditional caftans
and accompanying accessories sourced from Fez, Rabat, Tetouan, Oujda and other historic
regions, complemented by archival photographs, multimedia installations and hands-
on craft demonstrations.

Special attention is given to the intricate techniques behind caftan making — from
lace and laâqad to silk braiding, tnbat and the renowned sfifa (a form of decorative
metallic braid). It showcases diverse regional embroidery styles, revealing the 
distinctive handiwork passed down through generations of Moroccan artisans. Special
focus is placed on Morocco’s luxurious bridal traditions, presenting wedding caftans
and takchita (layered wedding gowns) that reflect the deep connections between dress,
life-cycle rituals, family heritage and communal identity.

As a signature exhibition of the 2026 Silk Road Week’s Guest Country of Honor, this
exhibition not only offers Chinese audiences a rare glimpse into North African textile
culture but also builds a new platform for dialogue between China and Morocco in
cultural heritage preservation and museum cooperation. Through the universal language
of dress, the exhibition celebrates the enduring values of cross-cultural exchange
and mutual appreciation — reminding us that, across time and geography, the threads
of tradition continue to weave bonds between civilizations.

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