One of the tribes of northern Thailand is called "the long necks". At about 5 years old, the women begin to wrap their necks in brass circles and continue adding them throughout their lives. One explanation is that this keeps women safe from tiger's killing them because animals want to bite a prey's neck. Whatever the reason is, I think these are stunningly beautiful people.
2 comments:
I agree they are beautiful and very healthy looking. I noticed in one of the pictures of the little girl, that her legs were also wrapped with the brass rings. What is the purpose, or is it just ornamental?
Liz,
These photographs are so beautiful, I think you have found your calling..Travel/photograph. Who'd a thunk it. I can't wait to talk to you about the long necks. I will be checking in!
Kari
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