On a sunny morning, the Yi village, nestled deep in the Daliang Mountains, woke up. Under the big tree at the entrance of the village, the honest and polite Yi man Abu is sharing the new mountain song composed last night with the villagers, and the straightforward and cheerful smile and simple and enthusiastic words instantly infected everyone present. They have lived from farming for generations, and not only have a deep affection for the land, but also bring wisdom to every inch of the soil, and through improved farming techniques, they have revitalized this barren land.
At the other end of the village, Yi women sit in a courtyard, embroidering elaborate Yi costumes and telling ancient legends. Among them, the beautiful and gentle Dolma is particularly eye-catching, her eyes are focused and gentle, and the needle and thread in her hands are like flying elves, depicting vivid pictures on the fabric. They not only undertake the daily work of the family, but also are important inheritors of the traditional art of the Yi nationality, whether it is the delicate and complex silver jewelry production, or the colorful Yi embroidery skills, all of which flow with the blood of Yi women's diligence and talent.
The Yi people live among the mountains and mountains, and the harsh living environment has sharpened their tenacious and unyielding character. Every torch festival, Yi year and other grand festivals, people will gather together, sing and dance, celebrate the harvest, pray for auspiciousness, the unity and harmony, positive spiritual outlook, is the true portrayal of the Yi people's diligence and ability.
In recent years, with the implementation of the state's support policies for ethnic minority areas, the infrastructure construction in the Yi nationality area has been continuously improved, the education and medical conditions have been significantly improved, and the ethnic culture has been better protected and inherited. At the same time, some young people of the Yi nationality have walked out of the mountains and into the cities with their own wisdom and hard work, and they have emerged in all walks of life, showing the spirit of the children of the Yi nationality to keep pace with the times and climb the peak with practical actions.
With their unique national temperament, rich cultural heritage and enterprising spirit of the times, the Yi people have built a real and infectious picture of life, and their stories are rich and diverse, deeply imprinted in the treasure house of China's pluralistic and integrated national culture, which makes people sincerely admire and admire.