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It is a typical dress worn by people from rural communities. The 'poncho' or sarape was in turn brought by Spanish Europeans during the 16th century, when the colonization of the Americas took place.
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∙ 13y agoUrban Mexicans don't wear traditional cloths, as they are more adept to "western" fashion. On the other hand, people from rural communities and small villages throughout central and northern Mexico tend to wear ponchos (called "zarapes" in Mexico) to protect themselves from the severe cold than can be found along the Sierra Madre mountain ranges.
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∙ 12y agoBecause sweating isn't as bad as sun poisoning.
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I don't see why not. It is like a rain jacket. Men and women both wear rain jackets.
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When was Yangon Central Women's Hospital created?
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