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Get to know the Red Yao ethnic group in Guangxi
Updated: Apr 10, 2024
By Meng Cheng
chinaservicesinfo.com
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The Yao ethnic group, are primarily located in southern China, with Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region having the largest population. In Guangxi's Longsheng county, the Red Yao ethnic group, a branch of the Yao ethnic group, is named for their love of red clothing, symbolizing prosperity and joy. The Red Yao women often wear stunning rose-colored short jackets with no buttons, tied at the waist with red ribbons, shining brightly in the sunlight.
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