Mysterious Photos Of Indigenous Tribes Around The World

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THE LONG NECK KAREN TRIBE OF NORTHERN THAILAND ADORN HEAVY BRASS COILS TO ELONGATE THEIR NECKS

The Karen tribal group are women who are refugees from Burma but can now be found living in the mountains of Northern Thailand. The women can be spotted with brass rings around their necks, which pushes down the collar bone and ribs, giving the appearance of a longer neck. They begin wearing them around the age of 4 and continue to add more rings annually. This practice has continued due to tradition, and not just to resemble beauty, but was also used to ward off tigers.

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THE WOMEN OF THE COLORFUL TURKANA TRIBE IN KENYA WEAR NECKLACES TO SYMBOLIZE SOCIAL STATUS

The beautifully adorned people of Turkana can be spotted in the dry, sandy region of Northwestern Kenya, but some of the tribes can also be found living in neighboring countries. These nomadic people are most known for their basket weaving, fishing, and the annual Turkana festival where men and women come dressed in traditional clothing and perform cultural dances. The tribal women wear handmade necklaces to portray their social status and increase her chance of finding a husband.

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FRENCH POLYNESIA: THE MARQUESAN ISLANDERS CAN BE RECOGNIZED BY THEIR INTRICATE GEOMETRIC TATTOOS  ALL OVER THEIR BODIES

The very first Marquesan people were Polynesians who arrived between 100 and 600 A.D. These indigenous people are believed to be the best craftsmen in French Polynesia and are strongly influenced by Tahitian and French culture. The language they speak is a mixture of East-Central Polynesian dialect. The islanders have been known for intricate geometric tattooing that would cover a man and woman’s entire body.

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THE FULANI TRIBE HOLDS A COURTSHIP CONTEST WHERE MEN LINE UP AND DANCE WITH EXAGGERATED FACIAL EXPRESSIONS TO ATTRACT A BRIDE

Throughout West Africa, the Fulani people, also known as Fulbe, are mainly Muslim and can be found scattered in the region. The dispersed Fulani people are nomadic herders and usually separate themselves from the local populations. They are famous for their elegant decoration of practical objects, such as bowls, as well as other geometric designs that express Fulani symbolism. They also hold a contest called Guerewol where men dress in elaborate outfits and face paint where they dance for hours to grab the attention of a future wife.

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KALASH WOMEN ARE SENT FAR FROM THE VILLAGE DURING MENSTRUATION TO GIVE THEM A BREAK FROM THEIR DAILY CHORES

The Kalash people are made of 4,000 people, which is the smallest of Pakistan’s minority ethnic groups. They can be found in the three Kalash valleys in Pakistan: Bumburet, Rumbur, and Birir. They believe highly in nature and their practice closely resembles that of ancient Hinduism. One interesting custom they have is sending women who are menstruating to a building called bashaleni to give the women a break from everyday chores.

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INUPIAT ESKIMOS IN ARCTIC ALASKA LIVE IN CRAZY -30 DEGREE CELSIUS TEMPERATURES

The Inupiat people have lived in Alaska for about 4,000 years. In order to survive the Artic’s harsh temperatures, the people gained a deep understanding of their surrounded resources and developed a culture of sharing and working with one another. An important aspect of their culture is Bowhead whale hunting. These whales are heavy and can weigh up to 60 tons. This activity brings the community together because it is no easy task. Once the whale is caught, the people share their catch and thank it for its life.

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THE DOGON TRIBE ARE KNOWN FOR THEIR MASK DANCES TO HONOR THE PASSING OF AN ELDER TO ENSURE HIS SAFE PASSAGE TO THE NEXT WORLD

This indigenous group that lives in West Africa has very strong religious traditions. After a member passes away, they are buried right away. Afterward, a dance is performed where members can be seen with masks made from wood and the fibers from the hibiscus plant. The mask symbolizes the connection between this life and the afterlife and is used traditionally to ensure the deceased life’s swift journey to the next world.

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WOMEN FROM THE YAO ETHNIC GROUP USE FERMENTED RICE WATER TO WASH THEIR HAIR AND GROW LONG LOCKS

 

The Yao ethnic group in the Huangluo Village in south China has a very unique set of characteristics and traditions. One of those traditions is for women to keep their hair very long. When we say long, we mean almost two meters long. This tradition was passed down from generations and continues today. The women wash their hair with a rice water solution made to symbolize prosperity, wealth, and of course to strengthen and lengthen their hair.

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MONGOLIA’S TSAATAN TRIBE IS THE LAST IN THE WORLD TO RIDE REINDEER

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Believe it or not, this is a very small group with only 44 families left of this tribe. Living in the deep Mongolia rainforests, the tribe are reindeer hoarders whose lives depend on one important thing, which is their family’s herd of reindeer. The name “Tsaatan” actually translates to “people with reindeer.” Although an indigenous group, they are modern people who welcome anyone who visits.

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THE WAORANI TRIBE OF THE ECUADORIAN AMAZON FIGHT TO KEEP OIL COMPANIES OUT OF THEIR LAND

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Ecuador’s Waorani tribe contains around 4,000 people today, and the lands they live on are significantly declining. This is because of oil activity in their territories. Due to their strong connection to nature, they promise to do everything they can to defend their homeland and protect life in the Amazon. They are known to be brave warriors and most of the people live in a hunting and gathering community.

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CHINA’S LONG HORN MIAO TRIBE USE ANIMAL HORNS AS HEAD ORNAMENTS TO SHAPE THEIR UNIQUE IDENTITY

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In Southwest China’s Guizhou Province, you can find the Long Horn Miao tribe, which is a branch of the Miao ethnic group. Costumes are a very important aspect for the tribe members for them to express their unique traits, culture, and emotion. During festivals, women and young girls can be seen wearing intricate headpieces made from horns that get woven into their hair. A bun made from wool and linen is then placed on the head and then tied with a white ribbon. This headpiece is what gives the tribe their name, “Long Horn.”

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THE RABARI TRIBE ARE KNOWN FOR THEIR EXTRAORDINARY TEXTILES AND GIRLS LEARN THE ART OF EMBROIDERY AT A YOUNG AGE

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The indigenous Rabari people of western India live a semi-nomadic lifestyle, with some of its people raising cattle, while others live in neighboring villages. What’s unique about these people is that they uphold a matriarchal social system where men deal with the cattle, and women are in charge of most of the affairs. The Rabari women are famous for their beautifully detailed artwork, such as thread and beadwork, and certain designs are distinct to Rabari style.

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WOMEN FROM THE RAJASTHANI TRIBE WALK 10 MILES TO FETCH WATER AND CARRY THE FILLED JUGS ON THEIR HEADS

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The women from the Rajasthani village in Northern India are a truly inspiring group. They will travel many miles, and sometimes several times a day, to retrieve water for themselves as well as their animals. They will go to a beri, a well that catches rainwater, because it is their responsibility and not the men’s. This is no easy task due to the very few days of rainfall the village receives.

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