Splendid Chinese Civilization (Volume on Ethnic Groups)

Author: Liu Binjie, Editor-in-Chief
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Publish Date: 2006-06-01
Features: The Chinese nation is a unified entity composed of diverse ethnic groups, with the Han ethnic group being the largest in terms of population. There are over 50 ethnic minorities living harmoniously alongside the Han. Moreover, the Han ethnic group itself is a fusion of many ethnic groups throughout history. The Han ethnic group originated from the Huaxia people, who gradually merged with groups like the Rong and Di during the Spring and Autumn period. Subsequently, through the Northern and Southern Dynasties era, it further merged with ethnic groups such as the Xiongnu, Xianbei, and Qiang, eventually forming the Han ethnic group. During the Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties, the Han ethnic group continued to integrate with groups like the Khitan and Jurchen. In the 20th century, the Han ethnic group merged with ethnic minorities such as the Manchu, Mongolian, Uyghur, Miao, Tibetan, Yi, Zhuang, and others, forming the Chinese nation as we know it today. This book introduces the unique characteristics of China's ethnic groups from various aspects, including festivals, cuisine, housing, clothing, marriage, customs, and etiquette. Through these, readers can gain insights into the diverse world, expand their knowledge, broaden their horizons, enrich their spiritual lives, and enjoy the pleasure of beauty. At the same time, it can also provide foreign and domestic tourists who have not yet had the opportunity to visit ethnic regions with a glimpse into the customs and culture of China's ethnic minorities within a limited space. It can also serve as a guide for those interested in traveling, researching, or exploring ethnic regions in China, offering clues to discover the charm of these areas. For friends in the fields of cuisine, architecture, and clothing, it undoubtedly offers new inspiration.