Bniqa

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Bniqa
An Algerian woman models a headdress worn only on festive occasions, Algeria (1928).jpg
TypeAlgerian clothing
Material Silk
Place of origin Algiers [1]

The Bniqa is an embroidered shower cap that originated in Algiers. [1]

The Bniqa is a traditional Algerian shower cap, it is embroidered with silk and gold threads. [2] The shower cap is used to dry the hair after bathing. [2] The borders and the ends of the Bniqa typically feature golden embroiderey. [3]

See also

Ghlila
Frimla
Karakou
Sarma (hat)

References