
This is an image of the Hatar and I. The appearance of the Hatar is an annual religious tradition, experienced only about 3 days after Eid Kibr (sacraficing of the lamb). I am unsure as to its purpose or history, but I did have chance to see it here in Amizmiz. It is sort of like seeing Big Foot running around town chasing kids with a stick and insisting on payment. The costume is made entirely out of lamb skins, and the face mask is probably the scariest thing I have witnessed in awhile. It is my guess that this Hatar has alittle to do with the ghost of the lamb(s), which are slaughtered throughout this religious ceremony.



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