The Aluo group of the Yi ethnic minority group in Shuangbai County,Yunnan Province performs the Tiger Dance every year. The lore of the Aluo people has it that their ancestors living in dense forests deep in the mount...The Aluo group of the Yi ethnic minority group in Shuangbai County,Yunnan Province performs the Tiger Dance every year. The lore of the Aluo people has it that their ancestors living in dense forests deep in the mountains were often invaded by vicious animals like leopards,jackals and boa constrictors.Their crops were destroyed by wild dogs and they were also troubled by people from beyond the mountains.At that time,展开更多
The second Cultural Festival of Yi Clothing was held in Zhaojue County, Sichuan Province, for two days starting on May 4, displaying the processes in making the attire of the Yi people, including the
The Wutu Dance of the Tu Ethnic Minority Group：Tigers and Leopards Chasing Away Evils arnd Bringing Good Fortune in Ancient Times Nianduhu Village, a Tu village with more than 1,400 people, is located in the middle o...The Wutu Dance of the Tu Ethnic Minority Group：Tigers and Leopards Chasing Away Evils arnd Bringing Good Fortune in Ancient Times Nianduhu Village, a Tu village with more than 1,400 people, is located in the middle of the Longwu river valley in Tongren County,展开更多
If you look at a map of China, you’ll notice a range of mountains bordering the provinces of Guangdong, Jiangxi, Hunan, and Fujian. They average 1,000 meters above sea level and consist of Yuechengling, Dupangling, M...If you look at a map of China, you’ll notice a range of mountains bordering the provinces of Guangdong, Jiangxi, Hunan, and Fujian. They average 1,000 meters above sea level and consist of Yuechengling, Dupangling, Mengzhuling, Qitianling,展开更多
On the north side of West Chang’an Avenue in downtown Beijing stands a pagodastyle building of distinct ethnic flavor. It is the Cultural Palace of Nationalities, one of the "Top Ten Structures of Beijing of the...On the north side of West Chang’an Avenue in downtown Beijing stands a pagodastyle building of distinct ethnic flavor. It is the Cultural Palace of Nationalities, one of the "Top Ten Structures of Beijing of the 1950s," and designated by the British publication History of World Architecture as展开更多
The Qiang are a monogamous people.Before a couple become husband and wife,they go through a good many rites such as engagement and wedding ceremonies. When a young man takes a fancy to a young woman,he sends a matchma...The Qiang are a monogamous people.Before a couple become husband and wife,they go through a good many rites such as engagement and wedding ceremonies. When a young man takes a fancy to a young woman,he sends a matchmaker to sound out her family.After getting approval from展开更多
Every year the Qiang women living in Sichuan’s Maoxian County look forward with great anticipation to the arrival of a special day-the fifth day of the fifth month of the lunar calendar.On this day,all the village wo...Every year the Qiang women living in Sichuan’s Maoxian County look forward with great anticipation to the arrival of a special day-the fifth day of the fifth month of the lunar calendar.On this day,all the village women,young and old alike,rise early and展开更多
For the Qiang people living in southwest China,it is hard to believe that the Diaolou towers(fortified multi-storey structures),in which they have dwelled for thousands of years,generation after generation,could have ...For the Qiang people living in southwest China,it is hard to believe that the Diaolou towers(fortified multi-storey structures),in which they have dwelled for thousands of years,generation after generation,could have become a civilization as well as a fascinating part of world culture.展开更多
Living in the earthquake belt of Wenchuan,Li,Mao and Beichuan counties,the Qiang people have long mixed with Han and Tibetan peoples of this mountainous area.The region’s geographical and historical realities have co...Living in the earthquake belt of Wenchuan,Li,Mao and Beichuan counties,the Qiang people have long mixed with Han and Tibetan peoples of this mountainous area.The region’s geographical and historical realities have combined to make展开更多
The Nuo play of southwest China’s Yi ethnic group is also known as"Cuotaiji"in the local dialect,which means"play about human evolution."The Chinese government included it in the first list of nat...The Nuo play of southwest China’s Yi ethnic group is also known as"Cuotaiji"in the local dialect,which means"play about human evolution."The Chinese government included it in the first list of national intangible cultural heritage in 2006.展开更多
Despite today's increasing commercial activities seemingly creating distance between people, the custom of maternal uncles helping to raise nieces and nephews is retained by Mosuo people, long-time inhabitants of ...Despite today's increasing commercial activities seemingly creating distance between people, the custom of maternal uncles helping to raise nieces and nephews is retained by Mosuo people, long-time inhabitants of the area beside remote Lugu Lake. The moving story that follows concerns Li Gaoruo who is selflessly helping his two nephews complete their education.展开更多
If you have never visited a Dong village before, this report with photos gives you a look into the unique sights from these special villages, including dwellings on piles, a shelter bridge, a village fair...
文摘The Aluo group of the Yi ethnic minority group in Shuangbai County,Yunnan Province performs the Tiger Dance every year. The lore of the Aluo people has it that their ancestors living in dense forests deep in the mountains were often invaded by vicious animals like leopards,jackals and boa constrictors.Their crops were destroyed by wild dogs and they were also troubled by people from beyond the mountains.At that time,
文摘The second Cultural Festival of Yi Clothing was held in Zhaojue County, Sichuan Province, for two days starting on May 4, displaying the processes in making the attire of the Yi people, including the
文摘The Wutu Dance of the Tu Ethnic Minority Group：Tigers and Leopards Chasing Away Evils arnd Bringing Good Fortune in Ancient Times Nianduhu Village, a Tu village with more than 1,400 people, is located in the middle of the Longwu river valley in Tongren County,
文摘If you look at a map of China, you’ll notice a range of mountains bordering the provinces of Guangdong, Jiangxi, Hunan, and Fujian. They average 1,000 meters above sea level and consist of Yuechengling, Dupangling, Mengzhuling, Qitianling,
文摘On the north side of West Chang’an Avenue in downtown Beijing stands a pagodastyle building of distinct ethnic flavor. It is the Cultural Palace of Nationalities, one of the "Top Ten Structures of Beijing of the 1950s," and designated by the British publication History of World Architecture as
文摘The Qiang are a monogamous people.Before a couple become husband and wife,they go through a good many rites such as engagement and wedding ceremonies. When a young man takes a fancy to a young woman,he sends a matchmaker to sound out her family.After getting approval from
文摘Every year the Qiang women living in Sichuan’s Maoxian County look forward with great anticipation to the arrival of a special day-the fifth day of the fifth month of the lunar calendar.On this day,all the village women,young and old alike,rise early and
文摘For the Qiang people living in southwest China,it is hard to believe that the Diaolou towers(fortified multi-storey structures),in which they have dwelled for thousands of years,generation after generation,could have become a civilization as well as a fascinating part of world culture.
文摘Living in the earthquake belt of Wenchuan,Li,Mao and Beichuan counties,the Qiang people have long mixed with Han and Tibetan peoples of this mountainous area.The region’s geographical and historical realities have combined to make
文摘The Nuo play of southwest China’s Yi ethnic group is also known as"Cuotaiji"in the local dialect,which means"play about human evolution."The Chinese government included it in the first list of national intangible cultural heritage in 2006.
文摘Despite today's increasing commercial activities seemingly creating distance between people, the custom of maternal uncles helping to raise nieces and nephews is retained by Mosuo people, long-time inhabitants of the area beside remote Lugu Lake. The moving story that follows concerns Li Gaoruo who is selflessly helping his two nephews complete their education.
文摘If you have never visited a Dong village before, this report with photos gives you a look into the unique sights from these special villages, including dwellings on piles, a shelter bridge, a village fair...
