The Khmus

Khmus people are still an ethnic minority that hasn��t been officially named. They mainly live along the borderline between China and Laos. Isolated by the atrocious conditions, the people maintain their way of life as in the clan society.

When the boy and girl decide to get married, the girl will take the boy to her home. If her parents treat the boy with hospitality, it means he is accepted, but if they ask the boy, ��What are you doing here?�� the romantic relationship ends.

Changganhu people

Changganhu people have a reputation as the last tribe of fishers that continue to catch fish using ancient methods. Though well known in China, they remain associated with mystique for their customs.

The first event is the worship of the Changan Lake. Before they start winter fishing, they will hold rituals to offer sacrifice to heaven, earth and the lake, displaying their gratitude to the blessed life.

The other spectacle is the huge fishnet, about 2,000 meters long. The job is controlled by experienced fishers who can easily see where the fish gather. They dig over 400 holes and put the net beneath the half-meter-thick ice, which circles the fish and brings them a fishing bonanza.