Ethnic Groups

People in Guangxi are multinational, and the total population is about 45 million. Besides the Han nationality, there are ethnic groups of Zhuang, Yao, Miao, Tong, Maonan, Yi, Shui and others. Various cultures are one of the important characteristics of China; therefore, face-to-face communication with various cultures will bring you unexpectedly pleasant surprises.

Guilin, a popular tourist venue in China, is famous for its beautiful landscape. The picturesque Karst scenery along the Li River down from Guilin to Yangshuo has meant the city has become well known to foreigners. The cruise is an unforgettable experience. In addition, attractions in the city are well worth a visit. Among them, Reed Flute Cave, Seven Stars Park and Fu Bo Hill are very impressive.

Yangshuo, the end of the Li River cruise, is a small but peaceful town with stunning country scenery. The town's West Street, lined with western cafes, restaurants and hotels has welcomed countless foreigners from all over the world and is known as "the Earth Village in China". The city is an excellent place for bicyclists and backpackers. Small villages hide behind paddies, water buffalos patrol the fields while fishermen boat on the river. Each provides a feeling of tranquility far removed from the cement jungle of the large cities. You can rent a bicycle to visit the Moon Hill and the Big Banian Tree.

Longsheng and Sanjiang are known for their Dong and Zhuang minority villages. You will have a chance to taste the local food and appreciate the traditional singing and dancing performances. Do not miss the Dragon's Backbone Rice Terraces in Longsheng and the Chengyang Wind and Rain Bridge in Sanjiang.

Nanning, the green bright pearl in China, is the capital of Guangxi Province.

Zhuang People

The Zhuang people, the most populous of the ethnic minorities in China, are one of the major ethnic groups in Guangxi.

With a population of 15 million, they lived mainly in Nanning, Liuzhou, Baise and Hechi. As far back as 3,000 years ago, the Zhuang people had already settled in Guangxi in the Left and Right river valleys and along the Hongshui and Liujiang rivers.

They have their origin in a branch of the ancient Baiyue people. The Zhuang have their own language and use the written Zhuang language created in 1955. The Han language is still widely used.

The Zhuang people are born singers and dancers and they have regular gatherings. They also follow the custom of Masquerading as the Ancients. During the lunar New Year, the villagers masquerade as historical characters in a parade and perform the Spring Ox Dance.