خوی؛ از خانقاه تا کلیسای مریم مقدس

Synopsis On this journey, Mehdi Khalili heads to the lush heights of Khoy and the village of Khanqah; where the hospitality of the people, local architecture, and rural lifestyle have still retained their authenticity. He travels from traditional houses, local games, and sunflower fields to the large dried fruit market, the Khoy sugar factory, and the historic Church of the Virgin Mary. Finally, he talks to eyewitnesses of the occupation of Iran during World War II and narrates part of the contemporary history of this land. Program segments 00:00 | To the Heights of Khoy Starting the journey to the beautiful heights of Khoy and entering the historic village of Khanqah; a village with a charming nature and warm-hearted people. 02:36 | Architecture of Khanqah houses Getting to know the traditional architecture of the village and the way of covering the roofs of the houses with thatch; a native plant that is considered a natural insulator against cold and humidity. 04:20 | Rural Hospitality Moharram, a villager, persistently invites Mehdi Khalili to a local breakfast; a story about the hospitality culture of the Azerbaijani people. 10:14 | Galakh; Winter Fuel Introducing Galakh, a traditional fuel made from cow and sheep fat that has been used for years to heat homes and ovens. 10:41 | Local Native Game Learning about one of the traditional village games that still survives among the residents. 17:00 | Sunflower Fields Visit sunflower fields and learn about the production of seeds, one of the well-known products of Khoy County. 23:34 | Khoy Dried Fruit Market A tour of the large dried fruit market and an introduction to Khoy's position as one of the poles of dried fruit production and trade in Iran. 28:12 | Khoy Sugar Factory A visit to the old Khoy Sugar Factory and a review of its role in the economy and industry of the region. 31:09 | Car Breakdown on the Road A story of an unexpected incident; the documentary team's car breakdown that becomes a different memory on this trip. 33:21 | Qarys Village and the Church of the Holy Virgin A visit to the historic Church of the Holy Virgin in the village of Qarys; one of the valuable relics of the Armenian community of Azerbaijan. 35:07 | Memories of World War II A conversation with elderly people who witnessed the presence of Russian forces during World War II and recount their valuable stories from that era. Brief introduction to the episode This episode is a journey to Khoy; a land of hospitality, history, and production. From rural houses and ancient rituals to a dried fruit market, a sugar factory, a historic church and living accounts of World War II, this episode offers a comprehensive picture of the culture, economy and historical memory of one of the most important cities in West Azerbaijan. Khoy (Rural tourism and anthropology) Rural tourism around Khoy; anthropology and familiarity with local games and indigenous rituals. 🔑 Keywords: Khoy, Rural tourism, anthropology, local games