What is Karen hill tribe?

The Karen hill tribe in Thailand are the largest ethnic minority group, with an estimated population of around 1,000,000. They originated from Tibet, moving south to Myanmar and northern Thailand.

Is Karen a tribe?

The Karen, pronounced Kah- Ren (emphasis on the second syllable), are indigenous to the Thailand-Burma border region in Southeast Asia and are one of the many ethnic groups in Burma. There are Karen people throughout the country presently known as Burma or Myanmar.

What is Karen tribe tradition?

Traditionally Karen people practised Animism (spirit worship). There are cave shrines at Kawgun in Karen State that are almost one thousand years old, and most Karen people have also practised Buddhism since this time. Buddhism is a very open religion and Buddhism and Animism coexist happily.

What are the hill tribes of Thailand?

There are around seven major hill tribe groups of Thailand and each group has their own language, culture and customs. The groups are; Lisu, Mien, Palaung, Karen, Hmong, Akha and Lahu.

How many Karen tribe are there?

The Karen, approximately five million people, account for approximately seven percent of the Burmese population. Many Karen have migrated to Thailand, having settled mostly on the Myanmar–Thailand border….Karen people.

Why is Karen Long neck?

The Long Neck Karen women really stand out because of the brass rings that they wear. There are a number of reasons that are thought as to why they wear them. It is said the neck rings prevented bites from tigers and the women themselves say it is to distinguish their cultural identity.

What do the Karen people call themselves?

The Karen people, or Kayin as they call themselves, are an ethnic group of approximately six to seven million that lives in southeast Asia; a wonderful and humble people with a rich cultural history. They live mainly in their ethnic home of Burma and Thailand, where lots of Karen refugees can be found.

What do you think about Karen tribe?

The Karen are a tribal group who have historically lived in the hills in Myanmar (formerly Burma) side of the Thai border. Best recognized for their elongated necks, the Karen women wear heavy brass rings around their necks, forearms, and shins.

What language does the hill tribe speak?

The Akha speak a language in the Lolo/Yi branch of the Tibeto-Burman language group, but have no traditional written language. Although many Akha, especially younger people, profess Christianity, Akha Zang (‘The Akha Way’) still runs deep in their consciousness.

Where is the hill tribe located?

Northern Thailand’s mountains are the home of the Karen, Hmong, Lahu and other ethnically distinct hill tribes. The Royal Thai Government has decided that hilltribe farmers, who traditionally practice slash-and-burn (shifting) agriculture, are responsible for destroying the nation’s forests.