Naqqali or naghghali (), also known as Persian epic storytelling, is the oldest form of narrating tales in Iran and has long played a significant role in society. A naqqal or naghghal is a storyteller who recites epic tales, primarily revolving around the stories of Iranian mythological kings and heroes.
Naqqali or naghghali (), also known as Persian epic storytelling, is the oldest form of narrating tales in Iran and has long played a significant role in society. A naqqal or naghghal is a storyteller who recites epic tales, primarily revolving around the stories of Iranian mythological kings and heroes.
==Naqqal== A naqqal is a storyteller who recites poetry or prose using gestures, expressions, and sometimes music, along with descriptions of inscriptions and paintings. Naqqali requires an exceptional memory to retain poems and texts, as well as improvisational skills and eloquence. Their attire is typically simple, though they may wear an ancient-style hat or armored coats during performances to depict battle scenes.
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