BASHA People

The term "Basha people" usually refers to the Basha Miao (also known as Biasha), a subgroup of the Miao ethnic group living in Guizhou province, China. They are world-renowned as "China's last armed tribe."

Key Characteristics

The Last Tribe with Guns: Basha men have special government permission to carry traditional rifles, as it is considered a vital part of their cultural identity and traditional dress.
Tree Culture: They have a deep connection with nature. When a baby is born, a tree is planted; when that person dies, the tree is cut down to make their coffin, and a new sapling is planted over the grave.
Traditional Hairstyle: Adult men wear a distinctive hairstyle called hu gun, where the head is shaved with a sickle except for a topknot, symbolizing maturity.
Clothing: They wear clothes dyed with natural indigo and treated with egg whites or pig’s blood to give the fabric a shiny, waterproof finish.

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