In Egypt’s evolving craft scene, a quiet revival is taking shape. Artisans are rediscovering ancient soap-making traditions, infusing hand-cut bars with olive oil, laurel berries, and heritage. These ...
An ancient soap-making tradition in the Israeli-occupied West Bank has been added to the UNESCO list of Intangible Cultural Heritage. NPR visits one of the oldest soap factories in the city of Nablus.
Three simple ingredients - olive oil, water and lye - have been combined for centuries to make soap in the Palestinian city of Nablus in the Israeli-occupied West Bank. The city has become known for ...