Slideshows Yunnan · Dali · Jianchuan
Xiangtu 象图乡

Bai Benzhu Altars
白族本主神龛

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In the remote mountain regions of Jianchuan and Yunlong county the temples are often very simple with the local Benzhu belief displaying an element of animism.

Qingganping Chuichuiqiang
箐干坪吹吹腔

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Chuichuiqiang is an ancient form of folk opera, only preserved in Yunlong county, where it is performed during the New Year period. Here is the performance in 箐干坪 Qingganping village.