The Disappearing Tradition of Amazigh Facial and Body Tattoos
Rabat, April 7 -- Historically, Amazigh (Berber) women tattooed their faces, feet, arms, and other body parts for beauty, health, and protection. However, as Morocco's cultural dynamics and traditions change with time, globalization, and the influence of Islam in society, the ancient tradition is quickly disappearing.
Amazigh women with tattoos today were born in a time when tattoos were highly encouraged, celebrated, and an integral part of their lives. Within their lifetimes, the women witnessed an unexpected transformation within Morocco and North Africa, where their tattoos, which once made them sought after, became a source of shame.
Tattooing is an ancient tradition practiced in cultures around the world. In North Africa, the trad...
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