> [!NOTE]+ Meta > Author:: Mohammad Shahnewaz Khan > Reference:: https://garlandmag.com/article/alpana/ > Date:: 2024 > Tags:: #warp #Bangladesh > WeftLinks:: [[Peace and justice value of craft]] > Claim:: [[Claim - Locally handmade objects provide friendly expressions of cultural identity in international exchanges]] > [!SUMMARY] Summary > Mohammad Shahnewaz Khan describes the tradition of house decoration practiced by Hindus that is appreciated by the majority Muslim population. ### Highlights Alpana is a traditional Hindu art form practiced in Tikoil, a village in Bangladesh, where colorful motifs on mud walls tell the story of local life and nature. Despite being in a predominantly Muslim area, the village showcases peaceful coexistence, with both communities valuing this unique artistic tradition. Villagers continue to celebrate and pass down Alpana during festivals, demonstrating respect for each other's cultures. >Every wall in this Alpana village is a canvas and people are Alpana artisans. > Although Muslims are the majority in this village, Hindus and Muslims live together peacefully. Muslim houses are observed between two houses of Hindu Burmans involved in this alpana art. Even in the fields, shops or markets, both communities can be seen working shoulder to shoulder.