Elderly Emirati women at Seoul International Book Fair - in pictures

  • Sharjah is the guest of honour at the Seoul International Book Fair, where Emirati women are helping introduce UAE culture to visitors. All photos: Sharjah Book Authority
    Sharjah is the guest of honour at the Seoul International Book Fair, where Emirati women are helping introduce UAE culture to visitors. All photos: Sharjah Book Authority
  • Moza Rashin bin Saifan paints henna on the hands of guests
    Moza Rashin bin Saifan paints henna on the hands of guests
  • She is part of a group of women who travel the world representing the UAE on behalf of the Sharjah Institute for Heritage
    She is part of a group of women who travel the world representing the UAE on behalf of the Sharjah Institute for Heritage
  • They are a big hit due to their open and friendly nature
    They are a big hit due to their open and friendly nature
  • The women showcase various aspects of Emirati arts and crafts, from clothing to fragrance
    The women showcase various aspects of Emirati arts and crafts, from clothing to fragrance
  • Visitors at the Seoul International Book Fair smell Emirati oud for the first time
    Visitors at the Seoul International Book Fair smell Emirati oud for the first time

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