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Among China's 55 ethnic groups, the Miao are known for elaborate embroidery and exquisite work with silver. They now get a chance to flaunt their handiwork, at the Miao Silver Accessory Festival in Southwest China, where many ethnic groups live in compact communities. Over a thousand women, dressed in traditional garb, presented the show.
Silver accessories are a standard for the Miao people. For more than 400 years, it's been the custom to decorate oneself head to toe, with silver. A full set can weigh up to ten kilograms. The purpose of wearing all this silver is of course primarily aesthetic, but they are also worn as amulets to ward off evil, and as symbols of wealth. The clothes bear strong cultural message. The patterns range from ancient totem to historic legend. Historians view it as the "Wearable History Book".
The tradition of wearing silver is preserved by a great number of craftsmen, scattered through the Miao villages. Most of the silver accessories are made by hands in a traditional way. A silver head-piece takes a couple of months to finish. In some villages, every male is trained in silver-work. Each ornament is an exquisite work of art and sparkles with the wisdom of the Miao people. The fancy Miao silver accessories include silver hat, silver horns, silver comb, silver ear-rings, neckband, necklace, bracelet, etc.
It is a tradition that, when a girl is born, her parents will start saving money to make and collect fancy silver ornaments that can weigh several kilograms. And on the wedding day, the girl will be wearing these beautiful silver accessories, adding joyful atmosphere to the happy event.
The Miao people have been deeply enamored with silver since ancient times. Silver takes special importance in Miao culture. The craft has developed into a unique art form, and a carrier of the culture. Now besides for their own use, the Miao costume and accessory have developed into unique form of folk art and become a collector's item and tourism souvenir.
To better serve our customers' interests and needs, China Odyssey Tours has investigated and explored the ethnic tour routes in Southeast Guizhou Province. Even for most Chinese people Guizhou is kinda mysterious where most people are from many different Minorities. Among them Miao and Dong are the two biggest that they occupy over 60% of the population. Apart from the silver accessory culture, there is much more than we expected. Due to the diversity of folk customs between different groups there's an abundance of festivals throughout the year. And this has been the main attraction to outsiders. We were warmly welcomed by the local people and amazed by the great diversity and versatility of the customs and habits. We got the first-hand life experience of ethnic minority people and left, knowing that they are part of this world.
Ethnic villages in Guizhou spread on the border and in the remote mountain areas. Road conditions can be difficult. The fresh mountain air, beautiful natural scenery and lots of fun climbs always make it a physical demanding but exhilarating day. Southeast China is the place where many ethnic groups live in compact communities. So Guilin and Yunnan, both of which are famous for their unique landscape as well as mysterious minority culture, are also ideal places for an ethnic tour.
China Odyssey Tours can offer you kinds of ethnic tours to see the real Chinese people.
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Whispersilk Silver Full Comforter Set $173 -Whispersilk Silver Full Comforter Set |
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Full size helmet, silver risers, silver mirror finish $203.99 Full size helmet, silver risers, silver mirror finish Full size helmet, silver risers, silver mirror finish |
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Full ID Style Silver Bling Bling Bracelet $49.95 Full ID Style Silver Bling Bling Bracelet |
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Nitro Modular Silver Full Face Helmet $119.95 Nitro Modular Silver Full Face Helmet. |
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Full Moon Rising over Silver Lake $39.99 Rich Reid Full Moon Rising over Silver Lake - Photographic Print |
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Sterling silver dangle earrings, 'Full Moon' (Indonesia) $34.99 Evoking the lunar surface, Sukartini fills sterling disks with sheets of crinkled silver. These beautiful earrings take their shape from the full moon. .925 Sterling silver |
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Sterling silver hoop earrings, 'Full Moon' (Thailand) $62.95 Sterling hoops evoke the full moon with their silver glow. Perfectly polished, these earrings by Wadarat Supasirisuk are timelessly beautiful. .925 Sterling silver. |
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Sterling silver dangle earrings Full Moon (Indonesia) $34.99 Evoking the lunar surface, Sukartini fills sterling disks with sheets of crinkled silver. These beautiful earrings take their shape from the full moon. .925 Sterling silver |
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Sterling silver hoop earrings Full Moon (Thailand) $62.95 Sterling hoops evoke the full moon with their silver glow. Perfectly polished, these earrings by Wadarat Supasirisuk are timelessly beautiful. .925 Sterling silver. |
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Double full size helmet display, gold or silver risers $283.99 Double full size helmet display, gold or silver risers Double full size helmet display, gold or silver risers |
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Bell Vortex Siege Silver Full Face Helmet $179.95 . Bell Vortex Siege Silver Full Face Helmet Tinted shield is not included with this item helmet comes with clear shield |
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Man's Hands Holding Trowel Full of Silver Coins $24.99 H. Armstrong Roberts Man's Hands Holding Trowel Full of Silver Coins - Photographic Print |
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Universal Silver Full Bunk Bed $1020 -The silver and navy Universal youth bedroom offers super solutions for any kids room, whether you choose the traditional bed, the bookcase headboard with under bed storage, the Loft bed or bunk beds. Add any combination of case goods to create the perfect home base for your child, tween or teen. -Universal Youth Full/Full Bunk Bed-Sides Dimensions: 66.5H x 80.5L x 56.5W |
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Full Length Performance Header $649.99 Full Length Performance Header; Silver Ceramic; 1.75 in.; |
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Full House Glitter Keytag Silver Each $1.89 Display your favorite 2 1/2 in x 3 1/2 in photo in these Silver Full House Glitter Key Tags. Each Silver Full House Glitter Key Tag can be personalized with your event information and make great favors for your Casino themed event. |
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Full Whispersilk Faux Silk Silver Sheet Set $105 Full Whispersilk Faux Silk Silver Sheet Set is available from bedbathstore.com for only $59.99. Shop bedbathstore for the best price and quality with Free Shipping. |
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Bubble Full Stone Face Silver Black Leather Hip Hop Watch $79.95 Bubble Full Stone Face Silver Black Leather Hip Hop Watch |
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Bell Vortex Attack Black/Silver Full Face Motorcycle Helmet $179.95 . bBell Vortex Attack Black/Silver Full Face Motorcycle Helmet. |
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Twin Full Size Metal Bunk Bed with Sleek Design in Silver Finish $373.2 Twin Full Size Metal Bunk Bed with Sleek Design in Silver Finish |
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Malibu Iced Silver Finish Full Size Iron Metal Bed $924.94 Malibu Iced Silver Finish Full Size Iron Metal Bed |
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SILVER 2PC FULL BACK TIE PUCKER SEQUIN BIKINI SET $53.99 SILVER 2PC FULL BACK TIE PUCKER SEQUIN BIKINI SET |
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SILVER 2PC FULL BACK TIE PUCKER 2 TONE SEQUIN BIKINI $54.99 SILVER 2PC FULL BACK TIE PUCKER 2 TONE SEQUIN BIKINI |
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SILVER LEOPARD 2PC FULL BACK LEOPARD PRINT PUCKER BOTTOM BIKINI $53.99 SILVER LEOPARD 2PC FULL BACK LEOPARD PRINT PUCKER BOTTOM BIKINI |
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SILVER LEOPARD FULL BACK TIE PUCKER BIKINI SWIMSUIT SET $45.99 SILVER LEOPARD FULL BACK TIE PUCKER BIKINI SWIMSUIT SET |
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Samsung HMX-H300 Full HD Camcorder with 30x Zoom (Silver) $399.99 Samsung HMX-H300 Full HD Camcorder with 30x Zoom (Silver) |
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Timex / Timex 1440 Sports Digital Full Size Silver/Black / T5J561 $25.66 Timex - Timex 1440 Sports Digital Full Size Silver/Black - T5J561 |
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Spracht Aura Soho Full Duplex Conference Phone Black Silver CP-2016 $186.34 Spracht Aura Soho Full Duplex Conference Phone Black Silver CP-2016 |
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Full Moon - Golden and Sterling Silver Earrings $1050 Inspired by the shapes and colors of nature, the Full Moon earrings are crafted in sterling silver and plated in 9K rose gold for a warm, feminine allure. Signature box included. Made in Italy. |
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Vines Full Finger Ring in Sterling Silver $45 This impressive Vines Full Finger Ring in Sterling Silver ring is a smooth and highly polished ring. Its crafted in detail by the experts and it is a clean and modern choice for everyday usage. It has a delicate and beautiful pattern which fits casual as well as formal wear. Add up to your style and get noticed with this fine sterling silver ring. For more variety of styles visit the gold, gemstone and diamond collections. Metal : Sterling Silver Brand: iBraggiotti Design: Themed Style: Polished Finish Metal Stamp: .925 Sterling Silver Material: Sterling Silver Gender: Unisex Condition: New |