Close-Up: Why Georgia's national costume is back in vogue

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Twenty years after declaring independence from Soviet Russia, Georgia is rediscovering many of its cultural traditions - including the national costume, the Chokha.

Worn by Georgian men for over a thousand years, the high-necked wool coat was rarely seen during Soviet rule, but is now making a comeback.

For many it symbolises the country's proud past and resistance to its occupation.

Georgian designers are now producing modern versions of the Chokha, including a controversial version for women.

Damien McGuinness has been to the capital Tbilisi to find out more.

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