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From the hinterlands of the north, to the lush jungles in the south, from the mountains of Taiwan in the east, to the top of the world in the west, China serves as home to 56 official ethnic groups. The largest group, the Han, make up over 92% of Chinas vast population, and it is the elements of Han civilization that world considers Chinese culture. Yet, the 55 ethnic minorities, nestled away on Chinas vast frontiers, maintain their own rich traditions and customs, and all are part of Chinese culture. Minority nationalities Hinterlands 腹地 Jungles 丛林 ethnic groups 少数群落 traditions and customs 传统和习俗 General History As the Han prospered, they became the envy of the horsemen of the north. Over a 2,000 year period, waves of invaders breached the Great Wall and poured into the Chinese heartland. The Huns, the Mongols, and Manchurians all came-- and unlike the plunder and destruction characterized by the barbarian invasions of Rome, these peoples admired what they saw, leading them to stay and assimilate. At the same time, the Han were also following migratory patterns. Seeking to avoid the invasions, or simply moving as burgeoning populations strained resources, the Chinese moved southward. And here, they met with an enormous diversity of cultures. Some would be pushed further south, others would stay and assimilate. No matter what the story, one enduring theme of Chinese history remains the stability of Han Chinese Culture. What determines an ethnic group? Distinct language 1.Distinct language 2.A Recognized Indigenous Homeland 3.Distinctive Customs Ranging from dress, marriage rituals, cuisine, religion, and so forth. 4.A Strong Sense of Identity  Language 语言 Homeland 家乡 Customs 风俗 Identity 身份 A great effort has been made by the state to promote the development of culture, education and medical work in the minority areas. Special and necessary allowan