ethnic groups

ETHNIC GROUPS IN CHINA
1. Zhuang - The Largest Ethnic Group
2.Mongolians - The Most Famous Ethnic Minority
3.The Hui(回族) - Chinese Muslims, the Most Widespread Minority
4. Han(汉族)
5. Miao - Distinctive Culture and Architecture
6.Uygur - The Largest Ethnic Group in Xinjiang
7.Manchu - The Creators of the Qing Empire
8.Tibetans - Descendants of a Powerful Empire
9.Yao - Famed for Their Rice Terraces
10. Naxi - Noted for the Unique Culture and Waterworks

1. ETHNIC GROUPS IN CHINA

2. OUTLINE 1. Zhuang - The Largest Ethnic Group 2. Mongolians - The Most Famous Ethnic Minority 3.The Hui(回族)  - Chinese Muslims, the Most Widespread Minority 4. Han( 汉族 ) 5. Miao - Distinctive Culture and Architecture 6. Uygur - The Largest Ethnic Group in Xinjiang 7. Manchu - The Creators of the Qing Empire 8. Tibetans - Descendants of a Powerful Empire 9. Yao - Famed for Their Rice Terraces 10. Naxi - Noted for the Unique Culture and Waterworks

3. China’s ethnic groups. China is a multi-ethnic nation. Besides Han Chinese, who make up over 90% of China's population. There are officially 55 minority ethnic groups living in China. Their costumes, festivals, and customs can be unique and colorful and are some of China's unique attractions . China's Han (Mandarin) Dialect and Minority Language Areas The map below shows China's minority ethnicities mainly live in border regions and mountainous areas of the north, south, and west. Han Chinese mainly inhabit the Mandarin and other Mandarin dialect areas (Jin, Hunanese, Jiangxinese, Shanghainese, Taiwanese/Fujianese, Hakka, Cantonese).

4. China's Provinces and Minority Regions The map below shows China's provinces/regions for more about the areas where China's ethnic minorities live. The following five regions are designated minority areas: Tibet or  Xizang  (Tibetan), Xinjiang (Uyghur), Inner Mongolia (Mongol), Ningxia (Hui), and Guangxi(Zhuang).

5. 1 . Zhuang - The Largest Ethnic Group The  Zhuang ethnic group  is the largest of the 55 minorities in China. About 18 million live in the south and southeast. Their main homeland is in the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region and Yunnan Province. Others live in Hunan, Guizhou and Sichuan provinces . Ethnic traits:  Their main regional attractions are their beautiful countryside areas with intricate and beautifully scenic terraced fields such as  Longji Old Zhuang Village  ( 龙脊古壮寨 ).

6.   2. Mongolians - The Most Famous Ethnic Minority The Mongolian ethnic group is best known for conquering most of Eurasia and establishing a large empire almost 1,000 years ago. The Mongolian Yuan Empire lasted about 100 years until 1368. Now , 6 million remain in China in Inner Mongolia, Jilin, Heilongjiang, Liaoning, Xinjiang, Hebei, and Qinghai Provinces. Ethnic traits : They love hearty meat dishes, wrestling and horseback riding. Their annual Naadam summer sporting events are popular highlights you can visit with us.

7. 3. The Hui(回族)  - Chinese Muslims, the Most Widespread Minority LOCATION: NORTH WESTERN CHINA POPULATION : 8,130,000 LANGUAGE: KUOYU (MANDARIN) RELIGION: MUSLIM The Hui have a long history of intermarriage with other nationalities such as Arabs, Han Chinese, etc. They follow many Muslim rules and taboos, such as not eating any pork. The men wear white or black skullcaps. Women cover themselves with white, black or green veils.

8. 4. Han( 汉族 ) Han are an ethnic group native to China and, by most modern definitions, the largest single ethnic group in the world. 1.4 billion population. Han Chinese constitute about 92 percent of the population of the People's Republic of China (mainland China), 98 percent of the population of the Republic of China (Taiwan ),75 percent of the population of Singapore, and about 20 percent of the entire global human population. An alternate name that many Chinese peoples use to refer to themselves is Han.

9. 5. Miao - Distinctive Culture and Architecture The Miao ethnic group consists of about 10 million people in China, and their traditional homeland is around the area of Guizhou where 4 million now live. But they were scattered widespread by persecution. Ethnic traits : The Miao are quite interesting to visit. They prefer silver, and the women clothe themselves in silver suits and jewelry, and these make good souvenirs. They were fiercely independent, and love music. They have a distinctive style of music and architectural style that tourists can appreciate.

10. 6. Uygur - The Largest Ethnic Group In Xinjiang Distribution and Population the Altaic phylum's Turkic group. The Uygur name, which they also use to refer to themselves, means alliance or according to the national census in 2000, the Uygur ethnic minority, with a population of 8,399,393, mainly lives in the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Regions, especially south of Mt. Tianshan. They have their own language and alphabet, belonging support.

11. Uygur - The Largest Ethnic Group In Xinjiang Belief They believed in Shamanism, Manicheam, Jing, Buddhism, and Zoroastrianism. They have been steadily turning towards Islam since the 11th century. This has greatly influenced their way of life and this faith is linked to most festivals celebrated today. The Corban Festival, Kaizhai Festival, and Almsgiving Festival are the grand festivals celebrated. Economy They have more than two thousand years of profound history. Historical records suggest that Uyghur people had close ties with a number of Middle Asian countries and other Chinese ethnic groups in trade and communication. While they are talented in the construction of handicrafts that are made for commercial purposes, they primarily work with agriculture. Crafts They are renowned for their expertise in gold, gem, silk and leather goods manufacturing. Hetian is wealthy and proud of its fine jade, which is considered a rare gem of the first degree. Kuqa County is known for making delicate knives.

12. 7.Manchu - The Creators of the Qing Empire Distribution and Population Today, based on the fifth national census of 2000, the Manchu ethnic minority has a population of 10,682,263. They live mostly in north China's Heilongjiang, Jilin and Liaoning, although the Man minority can also be found in most of China's largest cities.

13. Manchu - The Creators of the Qing Empire Language The Manchu people's written language was developed in the 16th century from characters based on the language of Mongolia, with dots accompanying the distinctive characters. The Manchu language, a branch of the Altaic phylum, is part of the Tungus -Manchu group. As the People of Man moved from northern to central China, the dominant Han studied and adopted the Chinese language. Today, only older people in rural areas of Heilongjiang Province still know their ancestral language and can use it . Belief Shamanism was believed in by the ancient Manchu people. Later, their beliefs took on a pluralistic quality, with the influence of Buddhism, Daoism and Confucianism. It is not rare to see statues of Bodhisattva, Guan Yu, and other gods placed for blessing in the houses of Man .

14. Manchu - The Creators of the Qing Empire Food They developed agriculture, fishing and animal husbandry for their livelihoods, in addition to their literary and artistic achievements, particularly after the founding of Modern China in 1949. With traditional dishes like Chaffy dish, acid soup, blood sausage, and ' bobo ', a form of steamed cake, they have a distinctive cuisine. Eating dog meat or any product derived from dogs is shunned in the Manchu culture . Festivals The traditional Man Festivals are similar to those of the people of the Han. During the Chinese New Year, Lantern Festival, Dragon Boat Festival, and Mid-Autumn Day, the festivities of the People of Man include distinctive sports such as skating.

15. 8.Tibetans - Descendants of a Powerful Empire Distribution and Population The ethnic minority of Tibetans (also known as the Zang People) primarily live on the Tibetan Plateau in the Tibetan Autonomous Region, with some groupings in the provinces of Qinghai, Gansu, Sichuan and Yunnan. The 2000 national census showed that its population was 5,416,021. The Tibetan language is divided into three dialects and has both spoken and written forms that belong to the Tibetan- Burman group of the Sino-Tibetan language family.

16. History Their ancestors lived in the Brahmaputra River delta, according to archeological findings. Historical documents indicate that during the Han Dynasty, the Zang were part of the Xiqiang party (206 BC - 220). As the Han people joined the Tang Dynasty (618 - 907), a deep friendship formed between them and the Zang, culminating in the marriage of Tang Princess Wencheng and Tibet's king, Songtsen Gampo . Many claim that it was Princess WenCheng who brought Buddhism to Tibet first, where it spread rapidly. The Mongols founded the Yuan Dynasty (1271 - 1368) in the 13th century, and began to exercise sovereignty in Tibet . Belief They believe in the Indian Mahayana form of Buddhism, but a distinctive Tibetan Buddhism, which is also called Lamaism, has gradually evolved. Tibetans - Descendants of a Powerful Empire

17. 9.Yao - Famed For Their Rice Terraces Distribution and Population The Yao ethnic minority, with a population of 2,637,421 in 2000, is a traditional nationality residing in the mountain regions of the southern part of China. Hunan, Yunnan, Guangdong, Guizhou , and Jiangxi, along with Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Prefecture, are their primary habitats. They are grouped into many divisions, such as Baiku Yao (people who wear white pants), Hong Yao (people who prefer red clothes), and so on. They have their own distinct religious and cultural features, similar to the other 54 ethnic groups in China.

18. Crafts They are masters of craftsmanship. Not only do these crafts come in many variants, but they have special meanings as well. Batik, sculpture, drawing, and printing and dying are the ones they are most proud of . Clothes According to the regions where they live, clothes vary. However, with different pictorial designs on the fabric, their garments are mostly made of blue cloth. Men wear short shirts without collars, and wrapped trousers or trousers with a lower section. Women wear tops, short skirts or pleated skirts adorned with distinctive embroidery. Their distinctive hair adornments are also sparkling and appealing. Yao - Famed For Their Rice Terraces

19. 10. Naxi - Noted For The Unique Culture And Waterworks Distribution and Population In Lijiang, Yunnan Province, the Naxi people mostly live in the Naxi Autonomous District, while the rest live in Sichuan and Tibet. Their population, according to the 2000 census, is 308,893. Na means senior and honoured in the word Naxi (also written Nakhi), and Xi means citizens.

20. Language and Character Their language belongs to the Sino-Tibetan phylum of the Tibetan-Burman tribe. A pictographic language named ' Dongba ' and another called ' Geba ' have been used in the past. They designed characters based on the Latin alphabet in 1957, and most are now able to write in Chinese. All facets of Naxi life have been documented by the Dongba Scriptures (or Dongba Jing) left by their ancestors and are highly regarded for posterity as a means of studying their character and history . Religion Most people retained Dongba Jiao's beliefs before the founding of modern China in 1949, claiming that all have spirits and that those spirits will never die. They would invite a wizard to chant if they experienced significant events such as marriage, death, celebrations, or disasters. While Buddhism, Taoism and Christianity were taught there, there were few Naxi individuals who turned to those religions. Naxi - Noted for the Unique Culture and Waterworks

21. Life Styles They live in agriculture, in stockbreeding, and in crafts. Botanical tools such as trees and medicinal herbs abound to reach the Jinshajiang River. For years, the Lijiang horse has also enjoyed the reputation of one of the 'Three Lijiang Jewels ' which was submitted to the official courts because of its ability to transport goods in the mountainous region. Their breakfast is basic and generally consists of steamed bread, but it is also more sumptuous for lunch and dinner. They want to have pork pickles. The pickled pork of Pipa is famous for having lasted for many years . Festivals The major Naxi festivals are the Chinese New Year, Qingming Festival, the Dragon Boat Festival, Mid-Autumn Day, and the Torch Festival, based on the lunar calendar. These festivals are usually celebrated with adoration and sacrificial practices. Naxi - Noted for the Unique Culture and Waterworks

22. conclusion To seek the independence of the nation-state, ethnic groups combined their strength to promote national liberation. With ethnic populations flowing and intermingling, people will have more opportunities to communicate and cooperate. Ethnicity is a constellation of shared characteristics such as culture, language, religion, and tradition. When China’s intra-ethnic interactions adopt a familial paradigm , People of all ethnic groups treat each other as kin, having trust and common interests. In this way, society is characterized by coordination and inclusiveness, so there is no conflict of between various sub-cultural systems, and no clash of political ideas and political beliefs among various social strata. In the “Cultural Revolution” period, the interactions between Han majority and minorities were naturally politicized, and may thus be termed Political/Ethnic Relations. Interactions based on supply and demand leading to inter dependence and competitiveness formed a third phase which may be denominated “Economic Interactions”. As Anticipated Overcoming of Residual Biases emerges, people will share profit, national identity, practical honesty and sense of belonging.

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