Myanmar (Burma) Ethnic Groups
Myanmar boasts 135 different ethnic groups. Watch what it’s like to visit three of the tribes, including the intriguing Long Neck women of the Kayan tribe. Also known as the Padaung, the women of this tribe wear brass neck rings. Two other tribes with unique tribal customs are the Kayah and Kayaw.
These three tribes are easily visited from the town of Loikaw. For detailed information about visiting these fascinating, endearing people, be sure to check out these tips for ethically visiting Myanmar’s Long Neck women.
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[…] 4. Watch this video of the Karen tribes. […]
Wow! What an incredible experience x
Thank you undercoverhippybus! It really was amazing and we highly recommend visiting Myanmar’s ethnic tribes. 🙂
We are putting it on the list for sure! Xx