The M'laya (Arabic: ملاية) is a black veil that covers the whole body, it originated in Algeria.[1]
| Type | Veil |
|---|---|
| Place of origin | Algeria[1] |
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The origin of the M'laya goes back to the 18th century and is connected to the death of Salah Bey who was the Bey of Constantine.[1] Following his tragic death a tradition emerged in Constantine of wearing the M'laya.[1][2] The M'laya is black in colour unlike the haik which is white. The M'laya covers the entire body and is said to have been a symbol of modesty.[3]
See also
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edit- ^ a b c d La Mlaya
- ^ The Report: Algeria 2013 By Oxford Business Group
- ^ "La M'laya revient - Université Frère Mentouri - Constantine 1". Umc.edu.dz. 2013-11-17. Retrieved 2021-09-29.
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