📰 launch of the “Aleppo legacy” initiative as part of “Aleppo the Best of All” campaign

A group of women in Aleppo has launched the “Aleppo Legacy” initiative as part of the community campaign “Aleppo the Best of All”, creating a cultural and creative incubator for women producers of traditional crafts at Khan al-Tahhan in the Old City. Engineer Ani Markosyan, one of the organizers, informed SANA’s correspondent in a statement that the exhibition gathers women running minor projects who are transforming traditional Aleppo crafts into creative products that appeal to all generations. She noted that choosing the name “Aleppo legacy” reflects the initiative’s role in supporting intangible heritage and promoting a cultural economy that helps working women turn their skills into a stable income for their families.

Notably, participant Siham Efant stated the event introduces visitors to Aleppo’s traditional crafts through a renewed presentation, offering a direct, interactive space between women producers and consumers. She added that the bazaar helps expand the circulation of handmade goods within Aleppo and beyond. On youth participation, Bashar Atrash stated the decision to host the initiative in Aleppo’s Old City facilities strengthens young people’s connection with local heritage.

He highlighted his participation through traditional sweets and foods that represent a distinctive culinary identity for Aleppo. The Old City in Aleppo continues to host similar activities under the “Aleppo the Best of All” campaign, part of broader efforts to revive historic markets and backing local producers whose national products combine heritage and modern design.