The Surma (or Suri) women of Ethiopia are renowned for their cultural practice of inserting lip plates into their lower lips. These plates, known as "dhebi a tugoin," are clay or wooden discs placed in a piercing made in the lower lip. The tradition involves young women having their lip pierced, followed by the progressive insertion of larger discs as the wound heals. #inspirationafrica | Quim Fàbregas
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The Surma (or Suri) women of Ethiopia are renowned for their cultural practice of inserting lip plates into their lower lips. These plates, known as "dhebi a tugoin," are clay or wooden
Quim Fàbregas. Quim Fàbregas · Original audio. The Surma (or Suri) women of Ethiopia are renowned for their cultural practice of inserting lip plates into their lower lips. These plates, known as "dhebi a tugoin," are clay or wooden discs placed in a piercing made in the lower lip. The tradition involves young women having their lip pierced ...
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Why do the Surma people utilize lip plates? The Surma people, particularly the Suri sub-tribe, are well-known for their use of lip plates as a type of body decorations. Lip plating, also known as lip stretching, is the process of inserting increasingly bigger clay or wooden plates into the lower lip. This practice is traditionally regarded as a rite of passage in Suri culture and is significant for various reasons: Lip plates have cultural significance in the Suri culture as a symbol of beauty a
Why do the Surma people utilize lip plates? The Surma people, particularly the Suri sub-tribe, are well-known for their use of lip plates as a type of body decorations. Lip plating, also known as lip stretching, is the process of inserting increasingly bigger clay or wooden plates into the lower lip. This practice is traditionally regarded as a rite of passage in Suri culture and is significant for various reasons: Lip plates have cultural significance in the Suri culture as a symbol of beauty a
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The Surma (or Suri) tribe of Ethiopia's Omo Valley are widely known for their lip plate tradition, especially among women. It's a cultural practice deeply rooted in identity, beauty, and social symbolism. However, in today’s digital age, where images of such traditions go viral, they often attract criticism — especially from outsiders who view them through the lens of Western norms. Many argue that “this is the 21st century” and practices like lip plates should be abandoned due to the pain and p
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The Surma (or Suri) tribe of Ethiopia's Omo Valley are widely known for their lip plate tradition, especially among women. It's a cultural practice deeply rooted in identity, beauty, and social symbolism. However, in today’s digital age, where images of such traditions go viral, they often attract criticism — especially from outsiders who view them through the lens of Western norms. Many argue that “this is the 21st century” and practices like lip plates should be abandoned due to the pain and p
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Surma (or Suri) women, an ethnic group from southwestern Ethiopia, are known for wearing lip plates as part of a rite of passage and cultural symbol. Upon reaching adolescence, some women pierce their lower lips and gradually stretch them to accommodate clay or wooden discs. This adornment is seen as a sign of beauty, social status, and maturity within their community. Credit Quim Fàbregas - Fotografía y Viajes. #inspirationofafrica #LandOfOrigins #VisitEthiopia #OmoValley #travelblogger #Ethiop
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Surma (or Suri) women, an ethnic group from southwestern Ethiopia, are known for wearing lip plates as part of a rite of passage and cultural symbol. Upon reaching adolescence, some women pierce their lower lips and gradually stretch them to accommodate clay or wooden discs. This adornment is seen as a sign of beauty, social status, and maturity within their community. Credit Quim Fàbregas - Fotografía y Viajes. #inspirationofafrica #LandOfOrigins #VisitEthiopia #OmoValley #travelblogger #Ethiop
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Bold, beautiful, and deeply rooted in tradition — the Surma (Suri) Tribe of Ethiopia’s Omo Valley. 🇪🇹✨ Known for their incredible body art, lip plates, and symbolic scarification, the Surma people express identity, beauty, and strength through ancient traditions that have been passed down for generations. A true celebration of resilience, culture, and the spirit of Africa. 🌍🖤 . . . 📽️ @mamaruethiopiantours #Ethiopia #OmoValley #OmoRiver #Tribes #OmoAdvisor #Surma #Suri #SurmaTribe #SuriTrib
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