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A krama ( ; ) is a sturdy traditional Cambodian garment with many uses, including as a scarf, bandanna, to cover the face, for decorative purposes, and as a hammock for children. It may also be used as a garrote by Bokator fighters, who also wrap the krama around their waists, heads and fists. It is worn by men, women and children, and can be fairly ornate, though most typical kramas contain a gingham pattern of some sort, and traditionally come in either red or blue. It is the Cambodian national symbol.

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Clothing type.name
Krama
Clothing type.image_file
Krama - お土産に買ったクロマー(マフラー).jpg
Clothing type.caption
Krama neatly folded up
Clothing type.type
Scarf
Clothing type.material
Cotton or silk
Clothing type.location
Cambodia
Intangible heritage.ICH
Cultural practices and expressions linked to Krama, a traditional woven textile in Cambodia
Intangible heritage.State Party
Cambodia
Intangible heritage.ID
02115
Intangible heritage.Region
APA
Intangible heritage.Year
2024
Intangible heritage.Session
19th
Intangible heritage.List
Representative

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Man with Krama.jpg
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Krama
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A krama ( ; ) is a sturdy traditional Cambodian garment with many uses, including as a scarf, bandanna, to cover the face, for decorative purposes, and as a hammock for children. It may also be used as a garrote by Bokator fighters, who also wrap the krama around their waists, heads and fists. It is worn by men, women and children, and can be fairly ornate, though most typical kramas contain a gingham pattern of some sort, and traditionally come in either red or blue. It is the Cambodian national symbol.

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