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Meet the Mursi people — one of the most iconic and resilient tribes of Ethiopia’s Omo Valley. Known for their distinctive lip plates, body art, and strong cultural identity, the Mursi maintain centuries-old traditions that reflect deep connection to land, community, and ancestral heritage. Their way of life is a powerful reminder of Africa’s rich cultural diversity and the beauty of living traditions. 🌍✨ #MursiPeople #OmoValley #CulturalHeritage #VisitEthiopia #IndigenousAfrica #TraditionAndPri

The famous lip plates of the Mursi tribe! Video credit: /atefe_khanzad #culture #africa #beauty #tribe #fblifestyle | Unrestricted Borders

There's a widely circulated myth that the women of the Mursi tribe in Ethiopia began wearing lip plates to disfigure themselves and avoid being captured or sold during the transatlantic slave trade. But historical and cultural evidence tells a different story. The practice of wearing lip plates among the Mursi is not rooted in fear or resistance to slavery, but in identity, beauty, cultural pride, and social status. For Mursi women, the size of the lip plate often signifies strength, maturity, a