Argulieh

Argulieh (also commonly known as a “waterpipe” ), is very popular to have in many households, restaurants and cafes around Syria.  Argulieh is an instrument used for vaporising and smoking flavoured tobacco known as “Mu’aseel”, in which the vapour or smoke is passed through the water basin.  Our group’s favourite “Mu’aseel” flavour was mint, as it wasn’t too strong. Here in Syria, Argulieh is seen as a social thing, as wherever there is a gathering, like Matteh, Argulieh is also involved. Typically Argulieh is shared with up to four people; however, to prevent the head from burning quickly from the charcoal placed on top, two people usually shared one Argulieh.

 Argulieh - “Mu’aseel” placed in a fresh apple head.

 

 

Sarah K