A traditional long robe or garment worn by people in parts of Southeast Asia, particularly in Bhutan and the Himalayas.
From Bhutanese and Tibetan linguistic roots referring to traditional wrapped robes. The word entered English through anthropological and travel literature describing Himalayan clothing in the 19th and 20th centuries.
The gyarung represents centuries of climate adaptation—the wrapped design allows wearers to adjust insulation by loosening or tightening the fabric, making it perfect for mountains where temperature can swing wildly throughout a single day.
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