The Muun , Magan and Chin tribes of remote north-western Burma consider tattoos a sign of beauty . In the past few years there has been increasing interest in tattooing among young people from China who are seeking to emulate their country's rich cultural heritage by covering themselves with intricate designs on their bodies. Tattoo culture is under threat after being banned by Burma 's military junta and punished with huge fines . Many tribal villages are high on Mount Victoria and were completely cut off by the regime until two years ago . Any foreigner is deemed 'English ' by the tribes who think white skin is the result of boiling the person concerned .
The Muun , Magan and Chin tribes of remote north-western Burma consider tattoos a sign of beauty . Women bear elaborate inked patterns that cover their whole face , with many also having them on their neck . Tattoo culture is under threat after being banned by Burma 's military junta and punished with huge fines . Many tribal villages are high on Mount Victoria and were completely cut off by the regime until two years ago . Any foreigner is deemed 'English ' by the tribes who think white skin is the result of boiling the person concerned .