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Clothing in Myanmar varies depending on the ethnicity, geography, climate and cultural traditions of the people of each region of Myanmar (Burma). The most widely recognized Burmese national costume is the longyi , which is worn by both males and females nationwide.
Historically, women in Myanmar (also known as Burma) have had a unique social status and esteemed women in Burmese society. According to the research done by Mya Sein , Burmese women "for centuries – even before recorded history " owned a "high measure of independence" and had retained their "legal and economic rights" despite the influences ...
The culture of Myanmar (Burma) (Burmese: မြန်မာ့ယဉ်ကျေးမှု; MLCTS: /mianma yinykye:hmu/) has been heavily influenced by Buddhism. Owing to its history, Burmese culture has significant influence over neighboring countries such as Laos, Siam, Assam and Xishuangbanna regions in China.
When Meitei women moved to Myanmar, they brought their textile skills, beauty ideas, and concepts, which are reflected in achiek. The smallest area of achiek is 2 cm, and the biggest is 11 cm. [5] Achiek is made by repeating designs next to each other. The layers, colors, and spaces follow odd numbers. This tradition still continues today.
Karen traditional musical instruments on display at the National Museum of Myanmar in Naypyidaw. The sae klee dance or bamboo dance is a traditional Karen performance held during celebrations such as Christmas and New Year's. Performers are typically divided into two groups.
[4] [5] Paso was commonly worn by men in 19th century Burma and Thailand. [6] [7] The amount of cloth in the paso was a sign of social status. [7] In an October 2010 state visit, Burmese State Peace and Development Council members greeted Thai Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva in acheik-patterned longyi typically
Village girls wearing thanaka at Ava, Burma. Thanaka (Burmese: သနပ်ခါး; MLCTS: sa.nap hka:; pronounced [θənəkʰá]) is a paste made from ground bark.It is a distinctive feature of the culture of Myanmar, seen commonly applied to the face and sometimes the arms of women and girls, and is used to a lesser extent also by men and boys.
Because the women dress up in their best traditional clothing and ornaments and perform traditional dances and songs for the villagers, the Swing Festival is also known as Women's New Year. The traditional New Year which falls in late-December is known as Men's New Year. [17] [18] The Akha put a heavy emphasis on genealogy.