Fujian Province
The birthplace of a goddess and home to one of China’s most liveable cities
Set in a spectacular karst limestone landscape of dramatic gorges and canyons with terraced hillsides and enchanting vistas, the landlocked Guizhou province has remained relatively isolated from the rest of China due to its mountainous terrain. A sub-tropical climate and an average elevation of 1,000 metres make this a pleasant destination to visit all year round.
To get an idea of what this province offers as a travel destination, keep in mind that Guizhou boasts eight national nature reserves, 21 national forest parks, six national Geoparks and 40 national intangible cultural heritages, and is one of the country’s only provinces in which the South China karst UNESCO World Heritage site can be found.
Huangguoshu waterfalls |
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Small Seven Apertures Karst Forest (Xiao Qi Kong Scenic Area) |
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Dragon Palace |
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The handicrafts of the Miao people
The Miao people are an ethnic minority of China and form a significant portion of the population of Guizhou. The Miao are noted in the country for their high-quality handicrafts, especially embroidery and silver ornaments.
The art of embroidery has quite a long history among the Miao people and is a striking reflection of their cultural style and skill. With abstract lines and exaggerated form changes, the technique of Miao embroidery represents the history of Miao society.
Pure silver ornamentation is one of the three most important parts of Miao traditional dress. Their silver adornments have over 100 different varieties and are typically classified into six types: head, neck, chest, clothing, hand and skirt adornments. In marriage, silver ornamentation serves as a bride’s dowry, as silver represents wealth according to Miao tradition.