Ludzidzini, Swaziland, Africa - The Swazi Umhlanga, or reed dance ceremony, 100,000 unmarried women , or maidens, celebrate thei


Ludzidzini, Swaziland, Africa - The Swazi Umhlanga, or reed dance ceremony, 100,000 unmarried women , or maidens, celebrate their virginity by bringing reeds for the Swazi Queen Mother's Kraal during this 8 day long annual tradition and dancing in a massive gathering before King Mswati III, the royal family, and the public.


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