The term “China ancient culture” is often employed in comparison with “China modern culture”, meaning the culture of the traditional, classic China before the full-scale introduction of Western influences.

China’s surname tradition and history is as long as the history of China. The children in the old days began their elementary education from reciting the book named Hundred Family Name. It was the must in the old days.

References to yinshi (隐士, recluses) an interesting but somewhat strange group of elites in Chinese history, can be found in many historical records. A yinshi recluse refers to an intellectual who opted to lead a life distant from politics, even though his talent and qualification could well secure an official post for him.

Elite culture is often used in comparison with folk culture. It is the culture created, transmitted and shared by high level intellectuals of a society, reflecting their aesthetic tastes, values, and social obligations. Elite culture is also called “high culture”, as the elites were often the privileged (economically, politically, or spiritually) group.

Folk culture is often cited as against elite culture. While elite culture represents the high-end accomplishments of a nation, often in the form of fine arts, philosophy, literature, etc. created by outstanding

Flower is always associated with beautiful things in life. For Aini (爱尼) people in Xishuangbanna, flower means more to them.