The ancient pigeon game "Kash Hamam" | DW Documentary

Above Beirut's rooftops, locals have a unique way of connecting with each other through the ancient pigeon game "Kash Hamam." In this game, locals release flocks of pigeons to fly over a maze of city streets. Each bird has its own name, and the owners can recognize them even when they are flying. While the birds circle high above, their owners use different tactics, like throwing oranges towards the sky, to lure other players’ pigeons into their loft. If they succeed, the player increases their flock and can decide the pigeon’s fate. Watch the full documentary “Lebanon's ancient pigeon game” on the DW Documentary YouTube channel. #documentary #dwdocumentary #dwdocs #pigeons ______ DW Documentary gives you knowledge beyond the headlines. Watch top documentaries from German broadcasters and international production companies. Meet intriguing people, travel to distant lands, get a look behind the complexities of daily life and build a deeper understanding of current affairs and global events. Subscribe and explore the world around you with DW Documentary. Subscribe to: ‬ ⮞ DW Documentary (English): https://www.youtube.com/@DWDocumentary ⮞ DW Documental (Spanish): https://www.youtube.com/@DWDocumental ⮞ DW Documentary وثائقية دي دبليو (Arabic): https://www.youtube.com/@dwdocarabia ⮞ DW Documentary हिन्दी (Hindi): https://www.youtube.com/@dwdochindi ⮞ DW Dokumenter (Indonesian): https://www.youtube.com/@DWDokumenter ⮞ DW Doku (German): https://www.youtube.com/@dwdoku For more visit: http://www.dw.com/en/tv/docfilm/s-3610 Follow DW Documentary on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwdocumentary/ Follow DW Documental on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dwdocumental We kindly ask viewers to read and stick to the DW netiquette policy on our channel: https://p.dw.com/p/MF1G