Other ethnic groups such as Qezelbashs, Kazakhs, Georgians, and Armenians also reside in this area, and they have preserved their own traditions and rituals.
The folk music of Turkmen appears in Bakhshi and Baghshi rhythms. A two string lute called DotÄr is widely used to create those rhythms. There is a local dance called Jazjar.
Common handicrafts of the province include carpet weaving, silk weaving, needle works, felt making, etc. Based on archeological findings in the ancient hill of Torang Tappe, the civilization in the provÂince dates back to 3000 BC.
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