254K views · 542 reactions | Why do the Surma people utilize lip...

1.7M views · 7K reactions | Surma women adorn themselves by wearing lip plates (discs of clay or wood) on their lower lip. This ornament symbolizes maturity and social status, and is considered a sign of beauty and cultural pride in their community. #inspirationofafrica | Quim Fàbregas - Fotografía y Viajes. | Facebook

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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794K views · 7.1K reactions | Hadzabe tribe bushmen tell us about their first experience trying new food, they mostly stick to their traditional diet but they say they are happy to ocasionally try new things as their traditional diet consist of same things for thousands of years | Beautiful Adventures | Facebook