Koura, one of six districts of the North Governorate in northern Lebanon, is famous for its handicrafts made from reeds.

For a long history, many local people collect the reeds, wash them and turn them into handicrafts including baskets, hats and mats, which are for sale.

A man prepares reeds to make handicrafts in the district of Koura, Lebanon, on June 5, 2021.(Photo: Xinhua)

 

Lebanese use reeds to make mats in the district of Koura, Lebanon, on June 5, 2021.(Photo: Xinhua)

 

A man carries reeds to make handicrafts in the district of Koura, Lebanon, on June 5, 2021.(Photo: Xinhua)

 

Reed handicrafts are for sale on the roadside in the district of Koura, Lebanon, on June 5, 2021.(Photo: Xinhua)