Chimu Rulers Elaborate Attire
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Chimu Rulers Elaborate Attire

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Chimu rulers’ attire symbolized their status and power. It included a turban or cap with a headdress or crown, often featuring two hanging bands, a tunic with three-quarter sleeves, and a decorated skirt or wara . Accessories comprised bracelets, metal ankle guards, and crowns. Made from the finest threads by skilled artisans, these garments distinguished the elite from other social classes.