paranja

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Paranja , paranji, or faranji (from ; , , ; ; ) is a traditional Central Asian robe for women and girls that covers the head and body. It is also known as "burqa" in Arabic. It is similar in basic style and function to other regional styles such as the Afghan chadari. The part that covered the face, known as the chachvan (; ) or chashmband (, , ), was heavy in weight and made from horsehair. It was especially prevalent among urban Uzbeks but was not commonly worn by people in the mountainous regions of Tajikistan. It was also worn during the Shaybanids' rule (1510–1600).