The Kayan women of Northern Thailand are known for wearing brass rings that give the illusion of an elongated neck.

Even after decades in Thailand, Kayan women who fled Myanmar make their living from their traditional neck rings. But that’s changing. By Hannah Beech HUAY PU KENG, Thailand — In front of nearly every ...

This culture thrives among the Kayan Lahwi tribe, also known as the "Long Neck" tribe. These women wear coils of brass around their necks that create the illusion of elongated necks have an unusual ...