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What does a tiger symbolize?
Thailand is one of the last places in Southeast Asia to find the Indochinese tiger. Fewer than 250 now remain, but this number increases due to law enforcement efforts and anti-poaching patrols. The government officially owns tigers, and a small group of this species resides in a national park in eastern Thailand.
Tattoos
Fortunately, no tigers are roaming the streets of Chiang Mai. However, you often see artwork depicting tigers, as well as numerous tiger tattoos.
Tigers represent power, strength, and authority, and they inspire fear and respect. The most common tattoo for Muay Thai fighters and individuals working in high-risk occupations is a design featuring two tigers facing each other. Since one tiger is mighty, two tigers give the bearer even more power.
On my first visit in 2018, I chose a tattoo of a tiger looking backwards. This design signifies protection from behind, but it also embodies compassion. Therefore, whoever has this tattoo is obligated to exercise mercy in their position of authority.
Our Tapestry
Sirius Health has two Kalaga tapestries from the Mae Sai district of Chiang Mai province with hand-embossed tigers set in a green silk border. These are my favourite designs, and one hangs in my treatment room, watching my back.
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