Tuesday, March 1, 2011

Lisu New Year Celebration



A group of Thai Tribal Crafts producers from Lisu tribe celebrating their New Year. The celebration held in Ban Sri Dong Yen, Mae Rim district, Chiang Mai. Traditional dancing, traditional singing as we as other activities presenting during the ceremony.

There are approximately 38,299 Lisus living in Thailand. The Lisu of northern Thailand make their clothing from coloured cloth stitched into outfits trimmed with row upon row of multicolored stripes of cloth, applique patchwork, tassels, and beadwork. The wealthier wear massive amounts of hand-crafted silver ornaments for festive occasions. Lisu men produce crossbows, bird and animal traps, musical pipes and bamboo flutes.

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