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Traditional white ghutra headscarf with black agal cord on a plain background
Culture

Tying the Ghutra: A Practical Guide to the Gulf's Traditional Headscarf

Learn how to wear the ghutra, the iconic headscarf of the Arabian Gulf, with step-by-step instructions for a classic style.
Traditional Gulf headwear displayed on a neutral background
Lifestyle

Ghutra and Agal: Understanding Gulf Men's Traditional Headwear

The white or red-checked head cloth and black cord are seen across the Gulf every day. Here is what they mean and how to appreciate them respectfully.