The people of the Mysuru district and the Kodagu district feel proud to wear turbans called Mysuru peta. Made with colourful pieces of cotton scarfs bestrewn in silk and zari, the Mysore ‘peta’ (turban) is a classic headgear that draws its roots from the erstwhile emperors of Mysore, called Wodeyars. In Kodagu district, it is part of the traditional dress worn on special occasions such as weddings. Menwear a turban during religious ceremonies to portray respect and reverence towards the Supreme Being.
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