Dialogue through Time and Space: The Basic Face of Minority Culture
China is a multi-ethnic country with 56 ethnic groups, of which Han have the largest population and the rest are called ethnic minorities. Each ethnic minority has its own unique and rich culture, which is not only different languages, but also customs, religious beliefs, art forms and other aspects. For example, the Tibetans are known for their deep Buddhist culture and magnificent snowy scenery, while the Miao are famous for their exquisite embroidery skills. These cultures are not only China's precious intangible wealth, but also an important part of human civilization.
Traditional Costumes: Flowing History Books and Identities
The traditional costumes of ethnic minorities are often seen as 'worn on the body of history '. For example, the embroidered robes worn by Miao women are embroidered with various totems and patterns. Each pattern has its own specific meaning, reflecting the historical memory and living customs of the nation. Similarly, the Tibetan people like to wear heavy clothing made of wool-xufu, which not only keeps warm and windproof, but also contains strong ethnic customs. With the development of the times, many traditional costumes have been redesigned into styles that are more in line with modern aesthetics, which not only retains the essence of traditional culture, but also meets the fashion needs of young people.

The Sound of Music: Melody in the Heart
Minority music has attracted the attention of the world with its unique rhythm and rich expression. The Mongolian Humai, through one person at the same time to produce more than two sounds, to create a profound effect; the Uyghur Twelve Muqam, is a singing performance accompanied by a variety of musical instruments, showing a very high artistic attainments. In addition to traditional music, there are also many contemporary musicians who try to integrate ancient melodies into popular repertoire, creating a new auditory enjoyment.
Festive Carnival: Sharing the Power of Joy and Unity
During the festive season, ethnic minorities everywhere hold grand celebrations. For example, in the Dai Water Splashing Festival held in April every year, people splash water on each other, meaning to wash away the troubles of the old year and welcome the new year; while the Yi Torch Festival is to light a raging fire and pray for a good harvest of grain and family harmony. This kind of festival not only enhances the understanding and friendship between ethnic groups, but also becomes a good time for tourists to experience the local culture.
Status Quo and Challenges of Intangible Cultural Heritage Protection
Facing the rapid urbanization process and the impact of foreign culture, how to effectively protect and inherit the intangible cultural heritage of ethnic minorities has become an urgent problem to be solved. In recent years, the Chinese government has issued a series of policies and regulations to support the excavation and consolidation of ethnic minority cultures and encourage all sectors of society to participate. However, due to insufficient funding and other reasons, the progress of this work is still slow and requires more attention and support.
A Win-Win Way for Cultural Exchange and Economic Development
Taking advantage of the unique cultural resources of ethnic minorities can greatly promote local economic development. Tourism is a good example. More and more people are willing to go out of their homes and experience different folk customs. At the same time, the handicraft market is also expanding, and many exquisite national handicrafts are loved by consumers at home and abroad because of their unique design and high quality. While the government and enterprises actively promote the economic and social development of ethnic minority areas, they also contribute to the spread and protection of culture.
Future Prospects: A New Chapter in Minority Cultures
With the deepening of globalization today, how to effectively communicate and integrate with other cultures on the basis of maintaining its own characteristics will be a major issue for the future development of ethnic minority culture. On the one hand, we should strengthen the education and popularization of local culture so that more people can realize its value; on the other hand, we should actively explore innovative ways to make the ancient national art rejuvenate and enter the world stage.
Entering Real Life: Minority Culture in the Eyes of Ordinary People
For people living in multi-ethnic areas, the intersection of different cultures can be seen everywhere in daily life. A Tibetan young man who has lived in Beijing for a long time told us that he often invites friends to taste the taste of his hometown, such as tsampa and butter tea. In this way, everyone can more intuitively understand the cultural characteristics of Tibet. Another Yunnan girl working in Shenzhen said that whenever a major festival comes, she will organize a gathering of fellow villagers to celebrate their special day. These simple actions not only shorten the distance between each other, but also make friends in foreign countries feel the warmth of home.
