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Man of the Lepcha or Rong people, Sikkim, India
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Man of the Lepcha or Rong people, Sikkim, India
A man of the Lepcha or Rong people, also called Rongkup (the word Lepcha translates as " Children of the Rong" ) - the aboriginal people of Sikkim, India who number between 30, 000 and 50, 000. Many Lepcha are also found in western and southwestern Bhutan, Tibet, Darjeeling, the Ilam District of eastern Nepal, and in the hills of West Bengal. Most Lepchas are Tibetan Buddhist by religion. Date: circa 1910s
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This photograph captures the essence of a Man of the Lepcha or Rong people, an indigenous community native to Sikkim, India, and neighboring regions of Bhutan, Tibet, Nepal, and West Bengal. The Lepchas, also known as Rongkups or Rongs, are believed to number between 30,000 and 50,000 individuals, and are renowned for their rich cultural heritage and strong connection to their ancestral lands. In this image, the man wears traditional Lepcha attire, which includes a Mutunci, a long, pleated skirt made from cotton or silk, and a woolen jacket adorned with intricate embroidery. The man's head is shaved except for a topknot, a common hairstyle among Lepcha men. He wears a necklace made of beads and shells, and his arms are adorned with bracelets and other traditional jewelry. The Lepchas are primarily Tibetan Buddhists, and their spiritual practices are deeply intertwined with their daily lives. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the history and traditions of this fascinating community. The image is estimated to date back to the 1910s, offering a rare and valuable record of Lepcha culture during this time period. The Lepchas have faced numerous challenges in recent decades, including displacement due to development projects and the encroachment of modernization. This photograph serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving the rich cultural heritage and traditions of indigenous communities like the Lepchas, and the need to support their efforts to maintain their unique identities and ways of life.
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