"Heirs of Saffron & Salt is a living ethnographic sanctuary and a digital home for the unwritten narratives of the East. We traverse forgotten trails, ancient desert plains, and high plateaus to preserve the raw, unfiltered essence of tribal rituals, mystical music, and sacred communal gatherings.Like Saffron, we celebrate the vibrancy, ecstasy, and fragrant spirit of human ceremony; like Salt, we honor the enduring, unyielding truths etched into the faces and songs of our ancestors. Step inside to listen, witness, and become part of a living archive that breathes beyond borders."
Zolfaghar Gharibi is known for his expertise in playing the Ney-e Jofti, one of the most important instruments used in the festive traditions of Southern Iran. This instrument is made from the hollow stem of a plant – mainly with cane – and produces a unique and haunting sound.One of the most important events in […]
Sohrab Fallah and Gholamhosein Jamshidi are skilled musicians and performers who specialize in playing the KarnÄ and NaqqÄra, traditional musical instruments of the Abarkuh region in Iran. NaqqÄra: A Sonic Emblem of Sacred and Martial Rhythms The NaqqÄra (نقاره), a pair of small kettledrums struck with bent sticks, holds a central place in the percussive […]
Ay Mohammad Moghimi: Master Luthier and Musician from the Turkmen Regions of Iran Ay Mohammad Moghimi is a renowned craftsman and musician, specializing in the dutâr and kamancheh, crafted in the Turkmen tradition. Residing in the village of Gadamabad near Gonbad-e Kavus in northeastern Iran, he has spent the past four decades crafting over two thousand […]
Lucknow, the capital city of Uttar Pradesh, is renowned for its rich cultural heritage and architectural splendors. While predominantly known for its Islamic-influenced architecture, Lucknow also has several significant Hindu temples that showcase the religious diversity of the region. Temples like the Mankameshwar Mandir and the Hanuman Setu Temple are revered by devotees and offer […]
Ahmad Obaydi is a highly respected Babazaar of Zar ceremonies in Bandar Lange, Iran. He is also a skilled musician who specializes in playing the ancient Persian instrument, the Tanbireh. piala dunia
