Dress

Women tie the longyi by pulling all of the fabric to one side, folding back at the hip and tucking into the opposite side of the waist, usually topped with a fitted blouse worn just to the waistband. The women also sew in a thin band of black fabric at the waist of the longyi. […]

Bhutan’s culture is strongly based on its Tibetan form of Mahayana Buddhism, which contains a sprinkling of Tibet’s ancient Bon shamanist religion. The country’s rich heritage, protected by Bhutan’s isolation from the modern world until the 1960’s, is still very much in evidence. What is the main culture of Bhutan? The predominant religion in Bhutan […]

The national costume of Myanmar is the longyi (လုံချည်, Burmese pronunciation: [lòʊɴd͡ʑì]), an ankle-length wraparound skirt worn by both males and females. What is the origin of Myanmar national dress? The traditional dress of Burmese people is said to be date back to the 1750s where it was first designed with stunning jewelry by those […]

gho. The traditional dress for men is the gho, a knee-length robe tied with a handwoven belt, known as kera. What do Bhutan people wear? Ordinary Bhutanese wear white scarf while those of a higher rank that wear red are referred to as Dashos. Parliamentarians wear blue and the king wears the yellow scarf. A […]

Folk dress has played and still plays an important symbolic role in the preservation of national values and cultural heritage and in the creation of a feeling of unity of the people. National costumes are not worn in daily life but at folk festivals, weddings, harvest festivals, and other special occasions. What is the importance […]

Dress is an important feature of all human societies.. In addition to the obvious function of providing protection and warmth, dress serves many other purposes, most of them having to do with communicating our identity to others. Indeed protection and warmth may not have been the earliest purpose of dress. Is it important to dress […]

Bhutan is a colorful Buddhist nation that is known for its serene natural landscapes and spirituality. There are many monasteries here and the people are friendly and loving. What is Bhutan famous for? Bhutan is famous for its colorful, vibrant festivals. Bhutan’s festivals, known as tsechu, are ancient expressions of their Buddhist culture. Most of […]

The Kira may be made from cotton or silk, and for more formal occasions women wear a Kira with eye-catching patterns of threads woven into it. This kira is made of cotton with raw silk patterning. How is kira worn? It is wrapped and folded around the body and is pinned at both shoulders, usually […]

Now a classic decorating approach, the English country house style is based on the layered interiors of old manor houses in the English countryside—it’s the original “shabby chic.” As an American style, it’s often attributed to Nancy Lancaster (1897–1994), the decorator and garden designer born into a wealthy Virginia What is English countryside style? Contemporary […]

Bhutan is a relatively conservative Buddhist country. The Bhutanese opt for a formal approach to dress, typically wearing the traditional dress (“Kho” for men and “Kira” for women on a daily basis). The traditional dress consists of long skirts down to the ankle, long sleeves, and high necklines. What does the Bhutan People wear? The […]

The traditional style is dark olive green with a brown corduroy collar which is based on the original colour palette used when they were first produced, which also included navy as opposed to dark olive green. A gilet is also a popular style of country jacket. What do British people dress like? Clothes worn by […]

The outfit consists of pajama-like trousers called salwar, which is made tight at the waist and ankles. A kameez, which is a long and loose-fitting dress, is worn over the salwar. A churidar may be worn in place of the salwar and fits more tightly at the waist, hips and ankles. What are Indian pants […]

Kandyan saree. The most commonly worn styles in Sri Lanka are the Kandyan saree and the normal looking Indian-style saree. Does Sri Lankan wear saree? Sarees are the usual attire for women in Sri Lanka. Some wear a saree on a daily basis, out of choice, or because their work uniform calls for a saree. […]

Sarongs – Traditional Costume of Sri Lankan Male Like other South Asia countries, sarongs are also the basic attire for men in Sri Lanka. Sri Lankan men wear the popular and widespread sarongs – a long piece of cloth wrapped around their waist. What is the national dress of Sri Lanka? There is no official […]

The central feature of Sri Lankan cuisine is boiled or steamed rice, served with a curry of fish or meat, along with other curries made with vegetables, lentils, or fruits. Dishes are accompanied by pickled fruits or vegetables, chutneys, and sambols. What is Sri Lanka’s most popular food? Here are some you shouldn’t miss. Fish […]

Mostly it has been influenced by its long history and its Buddhist heritage. The country has a rich artistic tradition, embracing the fine arts, including music, dance, and visual arts. Sri Lankan lifestyle is reflected in the cuisine, festivals, and sports. South Indian influences are visible in many aspects. What is the main culture of […]

Apart from being a large tea producer, Sri Lanka is famous for its cinnamon, an indispensable ingredient for many of its fabulous food. It is said to have originated from the teardrop nation and first found by the Egyptians in 2000 BC. Today, Sri Lanka is still a leading exporter of the world’s cinnamon. Why […]

Women should wear long skirts, dresses or loose trousers and modest blouses. Men should wear long trousers. Ancient temples are considered sacred, and should be treated as such. You should remove your shoes when entering a Buddhist or Hindu temple and hats at all religious places, if carrying an umbrella unfurl it. How should tourists […]

Banarasi Sarees Banaras or Varanasi is an ancient and one of the richest weaving centers of India. The Banarasi silk sarees with their rich embossed effect (brocade), fine silk fabric, and opulence are also often one of the heaviest saris in the Indian women’s wardrobes. Which saree is world famous? Baluchori saree or Baluchari saree […]

Dhoti. Dhoti is the national dress of India. It is from four to six feet long and it made of cotton. It is the traditional attire mainly worn by men in villages, at it is held in place or by a style of wrapping or with a belt around the waist. What is the name […]