Yunnan is populated by 25 minority nationalities, which comprise almost half of the 55 total nationalities in the whole country. It would be a great pity to visit Yunnan without entering the minority areas and fail to participate in their festivals. With colorful costumes and fascinating dances and songs, the 25 ethnic minority groups which inhabit in Yunnan each carry on their distinct life-styles, costumes, and ceremonies. The traditional ceremonies and festivals are unique and important parts of their cultures. By observing and participating in the festivals and traditional ceremonies of the minority nationalities one can gain insights into their religious customs, fairy tales and legends, dances and songs, recreation and amusement, and cultural psychology. Their festivals and ceremonies also reflect the differing life styles, habits, ideological constructs and social structures which have developed throughout long spans of history, as well as against different cultural and geographical backdrops. Come to experience the mysteries of Yunnan by witnessing their nationality festivals and ceremonies. The trip will leave you with a memory that will last a lifetime!