Daniel Gerardi, currently living in Balige, North Sumatra, is wearing in formal Batak clothing. Batak refers to a variety of ethnic groups native to North Sumatra. Daniel's shirt is a typical Batak design and the fabric draped over his right shoulder is of particular significance among the Batak community. This kind of woven fabric is known as Ulos. There are different types of Ulos meant to be used as part of different ceremonies. The one pictured here is Ulos Sirara, worn by Batak men to weddings and funerals.
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