3 Outstanding Traditional Costumes around the World
Almost all cultures have their own unique sets of costumes. These traditional costumes are basically the perception of a people in regards to how Mother Nature looks like in their eyes. All the traditional costumes have their own allure, but not all of traditional costumes got the best looks in most of people eyes. Well, here comes the best 3 of Traditional Costumes around the world.
- TURKEY
The Whirling Dervishers are a branch of the Mevlevi order which is part of the Sufi tradition in Islam. This order was founded by Celaleddin Mevlana Runi in 1273 and whirling is one way in which the Islamic ascetics (Sufis) get closer to Allah. These dancers, following the laws of nature, try to get in contact with a higher power never losing consciousness or reaching a state of ecstasy. Instead they try to get in harmony with all things around them.
The belief is that by spinning along with everything else, from the atoms in our bodies to entire galaxies in the universe, the Whirling Dervishers recognize their part in this world. They come ever closer to understanding and appreciating perfection through God, no longer judging and discriminating others by their beliefs, race or status.
The performance is done entirely by men, dressed in long white skirts. If you can witness such a religious and spiritual event, you should not applaud during the spectacle but if you insist, you can do so discreetly after the performers leave the stage.
2. MONGOLIA
Nomadic life on the Mongolian steppes is hard. Quick changes in temperature, sand storms and the occasional blizzards would have us believe that people living in these harsh conditions have no time for fashion. Fortunately we would be mistaken because Mongolians do love to look good. They have somehow managed to combine both fads and versatility in their everyday clothes to the extent that intricate design can include hidden pockets and storing spaces.
The deel, which is the base of all Mongolian attire, can also be used as a blanket or tent, depending on the situation and weather, when out in the wilderness, herding sheep. A silk sash is always worn by both men and women. It is not simply an aesthetic accessory but can also hold a knife or pistol and on long horse rides can act as a cushion between saddle and rider.
3. ISLAND OF SARDINIA (ITALY)
Last one is coming from Island or Sardinia. The Boe di Ottana Carnival takes place in the town of Ottana on the island of Sardinia. Predating Roman times, this custom represents the transformation of man into beast while herding oxen and goats months at a time in the wilderness of the island. Every year men dress up as oxen-like creatures (Sos Boes), wearing goat hides, many giant cowbells and wooden horned-masks “rioting” on the streets.
Meanwhile the peasants (Sos Merdules), whose faces are covered in black masks, try to “domesticate” and control them with sticks and ropes. On the last Sunday of the carnival the Merdules will offer everyone present a drink that nobody can refuse or both them and the Boes will attack the unwilling, mimicking a beating.
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