Why do most Miao and Yi people live on high mountains?

China is a vast country with 56 ethnic groups, among which the Han nationality has the largest population, and the rest are called ethnic minorities. Some of these ethnic groups have developed well, have their own languages and scripts, and are fully qualified to become independent small countries. These ethnic groups are quite different from the Han nationality in many aspects, including some living habits. Miao and Yi people live in the mountains, and there is a folklore behind this. Besides, the reason why Yi and Miao people live in the mountains is also closely related to their national memory.

First, on the mountain, we Han people basically live in some plain areas or basins, and rarely live on the mountain. Because its altitude is above the mountain, the air will become thin and the temperature will be very low, which is not conducive to people's lives. But these are not suitable for the living environment of Han people, which does not mean that they are not suitable for other ethnic minorities. Miao and Yi are two ethnic minorities who mainly live in mountainous areas. They live in the mountains, which is also a living habit passed down from generation to generation.

Second, folklore As for their unique living habits, there is also a very beautiful folklore behind them. According to legend, Miao, Yi and Han are three brothers. In the process of an overseas expedition, Yi made the highest contribution, so he felt that he should live in the highest position. Among all landforms, the highest mountain should be the high mountain, so the Yi people have lived on the high mountain for generations. Such folklore also expresses people's good wishes for unity and friendship between ethnic minorities and Han people.

Third, the national memory of generations In addition to this folklore, the Yi and Miao people have always lived in the mountains and are inseparable from their ancestors. According to historical records, Yi people live in the mountains for the convenience of hunting. This is just the first statement in the history books. Other statements generally believe that the ancestors of Yi people were nomadic people. After they moved south, they couldn't stand the hot environment in the south and chose to live in the mountains, so the climate would be cooler, thus forming a national memory.