Balgha ( ar, البلغة, l-bəlġa), also spelled balga, belgha, or belga, are heelless
slipper
Slippers are light footwear that are easy to put on and off and are intended to be worn indoors, particularly at home. They provide comfort and protection for the feet when walking indoors.
History
The recorded history of slippers can be traced ...
s made from
leather
Leather is a strong, flexible and durable material obtained from the tanning, or chemical treatment, of animal skins and hides to prevent decay. The most common leathers come from cattle, sheep, goats, equine animals, buffalo, pigs and hogs, ...
. They are part of traditional dresses of the
Maghreb region.
Balghas are worn by men and women of all social classes, both in urban and rural areas.
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Arab culture
Islamic culture
Arabic clothing
Cultural heritage of China
Chinese culture
Asian culture
African clothing
Folk footwear
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