"The Moroccan Caftan: A Living National Heritage" Opens during 2026 Silk Road Week at China National Silk Museum
The China National Silk Museum is hosting a major exhibition titled 'The Moroccan Caftan: A Living National Heritage' during the 2026 Silk Road Week. The showcase highlights the history, craftsmanship, and cultural significance of the traditional Moroccan garment.
Why it matters
The exhibition promotes cross-cultural exchange and recognizes the caftan as a UNESCO-protected intangible cultural heritage.
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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