The story of the last living representative of a centuries-old tradition that transforms the nights of Ramadan into a spectacle of light between the minarets…
Mahyacılık is an ancient tradition deeply rooted in Turkish-Islamic culture. With the arrival of Ramadan, illuminated messages are hung between mosque minarets, adorning the mosques and lighting up the night sky.
We step into the world of Kahraman Yıldız, the last living practitioner of this centuries-old tradition. Having carried on the craft of mahyacılık, passed down from father to son, for many years, Yıldız illuminates the minarets during the nights of Ramadan while sharing the intricacies of the craft and what this tradition means to him.
Alongside Kahraman Yıldız’s personal account, interviews with academics explore the historical and cultural significance of mahyacılık and its place within Turkish-Islamic heritage.
Genre: Documentary
Duration: 45’
Number of Episodes: 1
Production Year: 2019
Broadcaster: Ülke TV
Produced By: Ülke TV In-House Productions
Distributed By: Blue Media
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Deputy General Manager, Acqusitions and Planning
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Acquisitions Assistant
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