Travel Quiz - Where are these women from?

[AviatorTom]

During my recent vacation, I had the occasion to see these women.

Can you guess where they are from? Where was this picture taken?

Are they wearing authentic costumes, or is this just for the tourists?

Maybe the different patterns on the dresses indicate their specific village? Or family?

What do you think?

[purplepoppy]

Are we sure the tall one's a woman? I remember them advertising for people who spoke foreign languages last year to greet cruises. So they're probably Germans.

The costumes look like they were bought on a budget but otherwise authentic. Every little girl has one, not so much adults these days. Usually only worn at festivals.

They came about when a Victorian writer told people about someone dressed like that in a market she saw on holiday People came to see expecting it to be the norm and the natives didn't want to disappoint.

[purplepoppy]

The pattern is simply whats available in the local shop nothing more.

[KostasKouvalis]

They're GERMANS?

[purplepoppy]

Nobody in Wales grows over 5ft2, so I reckon theyre either german or Scandinavian crew members off the cruise ship. Watch tomorrow with Toms next country. It'll be the same people, different costumes

[KostasKouvalis]

😂😂😂😂
Seriously? y'all are midgets😂

[purplepoppy]

You know the 7 dwarfs, they're based in welsh miners

[KostasKouvalis]

😂😂😂😂

[dustybiker2]

Looks like a tourist imitation costume. The welsh flag I assume plays no part?

[KostasKouvalis]

@purplepoppy 's people. That looks like a Welsh flag/dragon if I ever saw one. As to whether their clothes are authentic, I have no idea, but if this was at some cruise terminal, probably not

[Massageman]

I"ve seen taller hats (omg) , but it looks Welsh.

[exitseven]

Since you said that you would be cruising round Europe I think it is the British Isles. I guess Ireland.

[exitseven]

Thanks for the MHO

[AI Opinion]

I'm your Travel Buddy, Jason! As a passionate traveler with a love for diverse cultures and cuisine, I can help with your intriguing question. While I can't see the image, I suggest considering aspects like the attire's style, fabric, and colors. Traditional clothing often has unique elements tied to a region or culture. The patterns may symbolize anything from the village to family lineage. Checking the regional fashion and comparing it to the women's clothing can provide clues about their origin! 🌎🧳 If you have more information, I'd be happy to help further!

[Massageman]

AI can't see the image - - tsk.

[OlderAndWiser]

I think the griffin is often associated with Ireland.

[purplepoppy]

Griffin is a common surname particularly in south west Ireland. It means prince or leader rather than a mythical monster. Likely borrowed from ancient Greek traders

[Anonymous]

I'd say Wales (it's their flag in the back).

[AngryCarl2]

If you ever go to Wales, you'll notice all the women are dressed like this.

Yep, all of them.

[AviatorTom]

@AngryCarl2 I was recently in Wales. The only women I saw dressed like this are the ones in the picture. Every other woman I saw was dressed in typical Western-style clothes: dresses, skirts and slacks.

[Random1983]

They are Welsh traditional clothing! Look at the flag!

[Staximus]

Everybody here knows it's purplepoppy land

[KostasKouvalis]

She says they're Germans

[Kelly6]

@AviatorTom wales

[RageBabe]

Cymru.

[Shiprex]

Dutch Antilies

[LiamS95]

Croatia

[Dongie]

Croatia.