The Winter Appeal of Xijiang Miao Village in Guizhou

The exotic culture of the Miao ethnic group in Southwest China's Guizhou province has always been a fascination for tourists. And the best place to observe the Miao tradition and lifestyle is in Xijiang Miao village, known as the "one-thousand household village" for its extensive coverage of wooden buildings unique to the ethnic group. This group of photos presents the Xijiang Miao village in winter when the swarms of tourists have retreated, leaving locals return to their quiet daily rituals. [Photo/CRIENGLISH.com]