Kale (Welsh Roma)

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The Kale (also spelled Kalé, or Welsh Gypsies; Welsh Romani: Kā̊lē; Welsh: Sipsiwn Cymreig) are a Romani subgroup predominantly found in Wales, particularly in the Welsh-speaking areas. Romani people have been present in Wales since the 16th century. The Kale are closely related to the Romanichal, Romanisael, and Kaale subgroups. The Romani people can trace their origins to South Asia, likely in the regions of present-day Punjab, Rajasthan and Sindh. The Kale were traditionally renowned musicians, and are reported to have introduced the fiddle to Wales. They were also known for their distinctive styles of clothing, dance, poetry and storytelling.

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