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Historical photos of 56 ethnic groups in China (Part Ⅲ)

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Historical photos of 56 ethnic groups in China (Part Ⅲ)

The Pumi ethnic group fish in the Lugu lake, photo taken by Ding Weiguo in 1998. [Photo/ China Photographers Association]

Pumi ethnic group

Inhabiting Yunnan province, the Pumi ethnic group depends on agriculture and livestock, together with small industry and handiworks. The staple food of the Primi is corn, supplemented with rice, flour, oats and so on. Beef, pork and other meats are eaten, though not dog meat, and various teas, tobacco and wine are enjoyed. They are warmhearted. Guests are toasted with one cup of wine after another.

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