Menglian County Culture
Menglian County Ethnic Culture is diverse and colorful. It is a place where multi-ethnic groups inhabit. Different nationalities create different culture.
1. Ethnic Groups in Menglian County
There are many ethnic groups in Menglian County. By the end of 2013, there were 21 ethnic minorities including Dai, Lahu and Wa in Menglian County, and the minority population accounted for 86% of the total population.
2. Traditional Ethnic Villages in Menglian County
- Mangpan Village in Mngxin Town in Menglian County, Puer
- Tongshuai Village in Mangxin Town in Menglian County, Puer
- Nuodong Laozhai Village in Gongxin Town in Menglian County, Puer
- Mengwai Village of Nayun Town in Menglian County, Puer
- Mangjie Village of Nayun Town in Menglian County, Puer
- Heya Village of Nayun Town in Menglian County, Puer
- Langdao Village of Jingxin Town in Menglian County, Puer
- Guangsan Village of Mangxin Town in Menglian County, Puer
- Jingxin Village of Huixin Town in Menglian County, Puer
- Huimangsha Village of Mazhen Town in Menglian County, Puer
3. Ethnic Festivals in Menglian County
The ethnic minorities, such as Dai, Lahu, Wa minorities in Menglian County, have a long history and splendid culture with strong ethnic customs. Dai people's Water Splashing Festival, Hani's Gatangpa Festival, Lahu's Kuota Festival all present the local unique folk custom and culture.
