Abstract:

Part 15 of the series, The Celestial Empire: Path of the Dragon || The vast land of China is home to 55 recognized distinct minority groups. Although approximately ninety-three percent of the country is Han Chinese, first united under emperor Qin in 221 B.C, each of these groups is still distinguished by language, culture and religious affiliation. Most of the ethnic minorities live in Western China. This episode will cover their traditions, culture and origins, from the largest group, the Zhuang people of southern China, to the Hui sea traders, the Manchu northern warriors, the Uygur silk road traders, the Mongols, the Yi, the Naxi, the Bai people and others.