Shoes of the World (Advanced Program)
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The History of Padukhas
The Hindu religion is common in India. Hindus believe they should not harm any living thing. Padukhas are never made from leather, animal skin or ivory. Instead they are always made from wood, ivory or metal. The design of Clampen shoes is over 800 years old. They were originally the shoe of factory workers. Today very religious people usually wear Padukhas. Or people may wear them to a special ceremony or event.
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