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

A photo of two Monba women and a child, taken by Ma Jingqiu in 1960. [Photo/ China Photographers Association]

Monba ethnic group

Inhabiting Tibet, The Monba Region is abundant in resources and it is home to many rare herbal medicines, animals and trees. The Monba people live mainly on agriculture with some hunting, collecting and stock raising.

They are quite warm hearted. They are good at weaving with bamboo strips and vines. Wooden bowls have been their pride for a long time. These wooden dishes are not only suitable holding food but are also delicate artworks, making ideal gifts for visitors.