Yunnan Folk Customs and Tourism

Author: Su Lichun, Li Yan
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: The book "Folk Customs and Tourism in Yunnan" consists of two parts. The first part, the general introduction, is divided into two units. Unit 1: Introduction to Folk Custom Tourism, primarily defines, summarizes, and describes the concept, characteristics, and impact of folk custom tourism as a type of tourism and tourism product, laying a foundational knowledge base for further understanding and recognizing folk custom tourism in Yunnan. Unit 2: Overview of Folk Customs of Ethnic Groups in Yunnan, provides a comprehensive and systematic introduction to the development of folk customs among ethnic groups in Yunnan. The second part, "Folk Customs of Ethnic Groups in Yunnan," is composed of twenty-six units, primarily introducing the distinctive, unique, and extraordinary folk customs of 25 ethnic minorities in Yunnan, namely the Yi, Bai, Hani, Zhuang, Dai, Miao, Lisu, Lahu, Wa, Naxi, Yao, Jingpo, Tibetan,,,,,,,,,,,, and Han ethnic groups. Among the diverse folk customs of Yunnan, we have selected aspects such as the origins and distribution of ethnic groups, residential architecture, traditional clothing, dietary characteristics, marriage and romance, religious beliefs, seasonal festivals, etiquette and taboos, folk songs and dances, handicrafts, and special cultures from the perspective of tourism resource development and utilization. This is done to showcase the folk customs of ethnic groups in Yunnan, highlight the charm of "South of the Clouds," promote national culture, art, and spirit, meet tourists' psychological needs for novelty, diversity, and knowledge, enrich their material and spiritual lives, broaden their horizons, promote exchanges, strengthen understanding, and foster friendship.