CRAFTS AND STORIES FROM AFGHANISTAN

At the heart of Artijaan, you will find a love of supporting people, celebrating craftsmanship, and telling stories

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JUST DROPPED

Our latest collection of handcrafted rugs is officially here!

Stylish geometric patterns, vibrant spring colors, and soft, cozy textures.
These beauties were handmade by our incredible women artisan partners across Afghanistan

The Panaa rug

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The Natkai rug

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The Parkaa rug

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Chronicles

A Journey Through the Wakhan Corridor 

Nestled between the formidable peaks of the Pamir mountain range lies an ancient trade route—the Wakhan corridor. This little-known pass, strategically situated between the Silk Road centers of China, India, and the ancient Iranian civilization of Bactria, was once an important artery of regional trade.

A single, narrow road cuts through glacier-carved valleys and hugs the frigid waters of the Wakhan River, which flow westward to join the Pamir River. 

Adorn yourself with treasures handmade in Afghanistan ✨ From eye-catching pieces to delicate designs perfect for daily wear, all our jewelry takes inspiration from the names and stories of women muses who move through this world with grace and coura
Mealtime in Afghanistan is a intimate experience where Afghan hospitality is most on display. Everyone sits cozily on the floor, cross-legged, sharing stories and food. A tablecloth is typically laid out and plates are passed around. Heaping portions
Eid Mubarak! 🌙✨ As the crescent moon rises, marking the end of Ramadan, we celebrate a time of renewal, gratitude, and togetherness—a moment to reflect on the strength, patience, and devotion nurtured over the past month. In Afghanistan, Eid
Pomegranates, the ancient muse of Afghanistan ♥️ From poetry to embroidered textiles, pomegranate imagery is deeply entwined with the country’s cultural identity. This decadent fruit is laden with symbolism—representing life, fert
Over the past centuries, Afghanistan’s border’s have been drawn and redrawn to fashion the country into the way we see it today. But what gives a place it’s shape? Is it the lines imposed by history which define its boundaries? Or
Nowruz Mubarak! 🌙 🕊️ 🌼 Happy Persian New Year to all who celebrate. Today we surrender to change, heeding its call to release the burdens of winter and enter into a luminous spring. We thank you for your continued support of Afghan traditional m
Lost treasures find their way again 💌 Did you know that Afghanistan has had a postal service for over 150 years? Established in the 1860s by Sher Ali Khan, the country’s fledgling courier system issued its first stamp series in 1871. Despite
From the womb into the world, our mothers carry us. In the sweet blossom of life, our sisters hold us. In the twilight days of the soul, our friends keep us. Today we honor the sacredness of sisterhood and the boundless imagination of the feminine
Ramadan Mubarak to those celebrating! 🌙 Day 2 of Ramadan At sunset, the fast is traditionally broken with a date or water, followed by Iftar, the evening meal. The timing of Iftar varies by location— for example, in Herat, it is 30 minutes la