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Known for colorful clothing and respect for nature, the Huayao Dai people are part of the Dai ethnic group, mostly dwell in Jiasa Township of Xinping Yi and Dai Autonomous County, southwest China’s Yunnan Province. Watch the video:
Video: Meet the descendants of ancient Dian State in SW China
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The closed geographical environment of Xinping has made it possible for Huayao Dai people to keep their traditional customs, such as worshiping gods, tattooing, and tooth dyeing. They lived in a forest area governed by the ancient kingdom Dian (278-109 BC), which had its capital at what is now known as Kunming City. Join CGTN to meet the descendants of the former Dian Kingdom in Yunnan.
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Yunnan Province in southwest China boasts of spectacular natural landscapes, biodiversity, and diverse ethnic groups. Among China’s 56 recognized ethnic groups, 25 are found in Yunnan. This livestream series takes you on tour to six cities or autonomous prefectures in Yunnan to explore the little-known food, scenery, and folk customs.
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