Mysterious China: Unique Tribes - Primal Beauty and Natural Wonders

Author: Han Lianyun
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Publish Date: 2005-09-01
Features: Vast and boundless western China, hidden from the world, is home to some peculiar tribal communities. Their origins are shrouded in mystery, their traditional customs are strange yet pure, and their lifestyles are rugged and enigmatic. They wear a legendary halo, clinging to their unique tribal myths amidst the tide of modern civilization. Let us explore the mystery and awe brought by these extraordinary tribes—such as the Tuvans, Luo people, Flame Mountains people, and Dawang people—and discover the beauty of primitiveness and the wonders of nature.
In the village of the Dawang people, people live in harmony, like one big family. If a guest visits someone’s home, neighbors will all go to greet them and take turns hosting the guest with warm hospitality, as if the villagers’ relatives are all "public." Many villages still follow ancient customs to this day, where people leave nothing on the road and never lock their doors at night.
The indigenous Luo people do not grow crops or raise livestock, so they do not understand how to eat grains or the meat of animals. Grilled fish is their only delicacy. The Luo people eat grilled fish without salt or any other seasonings, yet it tastes endless. The Luo people also have a habit of eating raw fish. Sometimes, if they find grilled fish too troublesome, they will catch a fish from the river and eat it raw.