Akha is a tribal group that originated from southwest China. Besides north Thailand, this tribe is also found in China, Laos and Burma. Today there are approximately 20,000 Akha living in northern Thailand in Chiang Rai and Chiang Mai in the higher altitudes.There are four main groups in this tribe viz the U Law, Law Mi, Pa Mi, and A Keu. All four groups speak the Akha language besides their own dialect. The dialect spoken by the U Law, the Law Mi and the Pa Mi is very similar; however, the A Keu speak a very unique dialect.The Akha live in homes made from bamboo. They use cogon grass to build roofs of their homes. They built their homes on stilts. Akha villages are in general large in size comprising of thirty
Saturday, May 14, 2011
Akha Swing Ceremony In Thailand_2
In Thailand, Akha is the tribal community who live in the hills of Chiang Rai, the Northern Province. The Swing ritual of Akha tribal community is held between mid-August and September. This ritual takes place just two months before corn and rice are ready for harvesting. Celebrating the Swing Festival is a way of saying thanks and expressing aspect for food.
Akha Swing Ceremony In Thailand
In Thailand, Akha is the tribal the public who live in the hills of Chiang Rai, the Northern Province. The Swing formality of Akha tribal the public is held between mid-August and September. This ritual takes place just two months before corn and rice are ready for harvesting. Celebrating the Swing Festival is a way of saying thanks and expressing respect for food. The festival is celebrated for four days and night by dancing, singing, feasting and enjoyment.The Akha people believe in worshipping their ancestors, as they believe after the death of an elder,
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