Step into a world where beauty, tradition, and identity intertwine in unexpected ways. In the Kayan tribe of Thailand, women wear heavy rings around their necks — not for protection from wild animals, as some believe, but as a sign of respect for a centuries-old tradition. It is said that the girl with the longest neck is given the highest honor: she marries the king of the tribe and becomes queen. That is why, from a young age, girls begin this journey of transformation — adding more rings as they grow, stretching not their bones, but their heritage.
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