LINE

Text:AAAPrint
Photo

Historical photos of 56 ethnic groups in China (1/11)

2015-05-07 14:08 Chinaculture.org Editor:Li Yan
1

A photo of a Bonan girl in 1956, taken by Ma Naihui. (Photo/China Photographers Association)


China is a large united multi-ethnic state. Besides Han, which takes up over 90% of China’s population, there are 55 ethnic groups in this big country, with their costumes, festivals and customs.


These numerous groups share China's vast lands but at the same time many live in their individual communities. The relationships between them have been formed over many years. Now let’s have a look at some old photos of the 56 ethnic groups and learn about their culture.


Bonan ethnic group


Inhabiting Gansu province, the Bonan people tend to grow highland barley, wheat and corn. They only eat beef and mutton and refuse to eat non-ruminants and their by-products.


The Bonan people boast a thriving handicraft industry as almost everyone is an expert in knife forging on brass, copper or ox bones. This handicraft industry has a long history of over a hundred years.


Bonan musical forms of songs and dances sound distinctly similar to the Tibetan ones. The men play traditional stringed or woodwind instruments and often perform impromptu pieces.

Prev Button Next Button
LINE
News
Politics
Business
Society
Culture
Military
Sci-tech
Entertainment
Sports
Odd
Features
Biz
Economy
Travel
Travel News
Travel Types
Events
Food
Hotel
Bar & Club
Architecture
Gallery
Photo
CNS Photo
Video
Video
Learning Chinese
Learn About China
Social Chinese
Business Chinese
Buzz Words
Bilingual
Resources
ECNS Wire
Special Coverage
Infographics
Voices
LINE
Back to top Links | About Us | Jobs | Contact Us | Privacy Policy
Copyright ©1999-2018 Chinanews.com. All rights reserved.
Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited.