The Yi are one of the ethnic minorities in China, mainly found in the provinces of Sichuan, Yunnan, Guizhou and Guangxi. Among them, Sichuan has the largest Yi population, accounting for more than 50% of the total Yi population in the country. The Yi people have their own language and script, and their language belongs to the Yi branch of the Tibeto-Burman language family of the Sino-Tibetan language family, and the script is an ideogram similar to Chinese characters.
The distribution area of the Yi nationality is rich in natural resources and cultural heritage. In the Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture in Sichuan, the Yi people have carved out terraced fields in the lofty mountains and mountains, planted various crops, and formed a unique agricultural culture. In Yunnan's Chuxiong Yi Autonomous Prefecture and Honghe Hani Yi Autonomous Prefecture, the Yi people have worked with other local ethnic groups to create a rich and colorful intangible cultural heritage, such as songs, dances, costumes, festivals, etc.
Historically, the Yi have experienced many migrations and migrations. According to historical records, the ancestors of the Yi people first lived in the Yellow River valley and gradually migrated south to the present-day distribution area. In the Yuan, Ming, Qing and other dynasties, due to wars and disasters, the Yi people were also forced to migrate many times, but eventually returned to their hometowns.
In modern society, the living standards of the Yi people have been significantly improved. With the support and help of the first people, the economic development and social progress of the Yi nationality area have made great progress. At the same time, the traditional culture of the Yi people has also been protected and inherited. Many traditional songs, dances, costumes, etc. are listed as intangible cultural heritage, and have been protected and passed on.
In conclusion, the Yi are a member of China's ethnic minorities, mainly found in the provinces of Sichuan, Yunnan, Guizhou, and Guangxi. The Yi ancestors first lived in the Yellow River Basin, and then gradually migrated south to the present-day distribution area. In modern society, the living standards of the Yi people have been significantly improved, and their traditional culture has also been protected and inherited. Yi nationality