This is to test that the edit in this a paragraph is working. The government of the People's Republic of China recognizes 56 ethnic groups within the country. The largest ethnic group is the Han Chinese, which make up more than 91% of the population. These people are native to China, and are the largest single ethnic group in the world. Their name comes from the Han Dynasty, which succeeded the Qin Dynasty, the dynasty that was responsible for uniting China. The culture of these people has been influenced by Confucianism. They speak Hanyu and write Hanzi. The Han Chinese traditionally lived in a large rectangular house that had room for the entire extended family, including an elderly wing for the older family members. Buddhism is the religion of the Han group, and is widely influenced by Confucianism and Taoism. Their traditional diet consists mainly of rice, but varies between regions.

The following is a list of each minority ethnic group, including all 55 minorities in alphabetical order:

	Fifty Five Minority Ethnic Groups click on the ethnic group for a short description Achang Dulong Kirgiz Naxi Tu Bai Ewenki Lahu Nu Tujia Blang Gaoshan Li Oroqen Uygur Bonan Gelao Lisu Primi Uzbek Bouyei Gin Luoba Qiang Wa Chaoxian Hani Man Russ Xibe Dai Hezhen Maonan Salar Yao Daur Hui Miao She Yi Deang Jingpo Monba Shui Yugur Dong Jinuo Mongol Tagik Zang Dongxiang Kazakh Mulam Tatar Zhuang

The government of the People's Republic of China recognizes 56 ethnic groups within the country. The largest ethnic group is the Han Chinese, which make up more than 91% of the population. These people are native to China, and are the largest single ethnic group in the world. Their name comes from the Han Dynasty, which succeeded the Qin Dynasty, the dynasty that was responsible for uniting China. The culture of these people has been influenced by Confucianism. They speak Hanyu and write Hanzi. The Han Chinese traditionally lived in a large rectangular house that had room for the entire extended family, including an elderly wing for the older family members. Buddhism is the religion of the Han group, and is widely influenced by Confucianism and Taoism. Their traditional diet consists mainly of rice, but varies between regions.

The following is a list of each minority ethnic group, including all 55 minorities in alphabetical order:

Fifty Five Minority Ethnic Groups select the ethnic group for more information Achang Dulong Kirgiz Naxi Tu Bai Ewenki Lahu Nu Tujia Blang Gaoshan Li Oroqen Uygur Bonan Gelao Lisu Primi Uzbek Bouyei Gin Luoba Qiang Wa Chaoxian Hani Man Russ Xibe Dai Hezhen Maonan Salar Yao Daur Hui Miao She Yi Deang Jingpo Monba Shui Yugur Dong Jinuo Mongol Tagik Zang Dongxiang Kazakh Mulam Tatar Zhuang

Achang - The majority of the Achang ethnic minority live in the Dehong Dai-Jingo Autonomous Prefecture within the Yunnan Province. They are considered one of the earliest groups of people in China to adopt the Tibetan-Myanmese language. Most Achangs also speak Mandarin and the dialect of the Dai ethnic minority. They are well-known for their excellently forged iron cutting tools and extraordinary engraving work. Unmarried young men have short hair and wear a black or white coif cap. Married men wear navy blue clothes. Single women braid their long hair while married women sport a half-meter high chignon (bun). The Water-splashing Festival is their time to select a partner. They celebrate the Torch Festival on the 24th day of the sixth lunar month. Bai - Masters of creativity. These people favor white clothes and decoration. Blang - Agricultural practitioners in the Yunnan province, the Blang also enjoy art and literature. Bonan - One of the smallest ethnic minority in China, Bonan people are mainly Muslim. Living in the counties of Xunhua in the Qinghai province and Linxia in the Gansu province, the Bonan people's culture and traditions have a Tibetan influence. They have been known for centuries for making sturdy knives forged from copper, brass or ox bone. Bonan women are skilled in paper-cutting and engraving.  Traditional clothing for Bonan men are white gowns with black sleeveless jackets and white hats. Women wear colourful corduroy clothes. As Muslims, their staple diet is beef and mutton; they don't eat non-ruminants and their by-products. They are adept at playing string and woodwind instruments and being good dancers and singers . The Bonans celebrate the Corban Festival, Kaizhai Festival, and the Almsgiving Festival. Chaoxian - These people dwell in Northeast China and their ancestors immigrated from Korean peninsula. Their culture and festivals are similar to Han. Dai - The Dai ethnic minority inhabits the southern part of Yunnan Province. They have their own writing system using an alphabetic script in stead of the typical Chinese characters. The Dai mainly follow Buddhism and seldom eat mutton with rice as their staple diet. They have developed their own calendar system using elements from the solar and lunar calendars. Traditionally, men wear collarless tight-sleeved short jackets, long baggy trousers and black or white turbans. Women wear short dresses with tight sleeves and sarongs. At around eleven years old boys tattoo their body and limbs. The Dai are known for their music and dancing talent and celebrate the Water Splashing and Door Closing festivals. The peacock is revered as a symbol of good fortune, happiness, kindness, and beauty. Their Peacock Dance is a popular activity during the Water Splashing Festival. Daur - Small group that is said to be the descendants of the Khitan tribe from the Liao Dynasty, known for rules of etiquette and taboos. Deang - These people reside in the Yunnan province and are skilled craftsmen. Dong - Found along the border between Hunan, Hubei, and Guizhou, these people are also known as handicraftsmen. Top Dongxiang - This is another Islamic group residing in the Gansu province with a strong focus on farming and stocking. Dulong - Known for making carpet, the Dulong believe in two spirits that control everything and only eat two meals per day. Ewenki - Living in the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, this ethnic group has a belief in varied Gods and are known for singing, dancing, wrestling, and horse racing. Gaoshan - Most Gaoshan live on Taiwan and are known for farming and ritual daily activity; they also enjoy folklore. Gelao- This is one of the older groups who believe in blessings from Gods and ancestors and excel at blacksmithing and stonecutting. Gin - Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region inhabitants that subsist from farming and fishing and believe in Taoism. Hani - This group resides close to the Yuan and Lantsang Rivers with spiritual beliefs surrounding Gods and ancestors. Hezhen - The smallest minority in China, these people practice Shamanism. Hui - Islamic believers, the Hui place spiritual beliefs at the very center of daily life. Jingpo - Skilled carvers, painters, and weavers, the Jingpo inhabit the Yunnan province. Top Jinuo - The Jinuo practice a unique form of Animism and are an old minority well known for the Iron Forging Festival. Kazakh - Found in Xinjiang, Gansu, and Qinghai, this musical group also practices Islam. Kirgiz - The Kirgiz are known for literature, sports, handiwork, animal husbandry, and split beliefs between Tibetan Buddhism and Islam. Lahu - The Lahu culture believes in Mahayana and regards black as the most beautiful color. Li - Hainan province inhabitants, the Li depend on agriculture, breeding, and handicrafts. Lisu - From the Yunnan and Sichuan provinces, the Lisu have their own 10-month calendar based on nature. Luoba - The Luoba live through agriculture and hunting and reside at the foot of the Himalayas. Man - Originating from the Jurchen tribes, the Man founded the Jin and Qing Dynasty and have had a tremendous impact on Chinese history. Maonan - The Maonan are well known for agriculture andhandicraft; they inhabit the Guangxi province. Miao - A larger minority group, the Miao is skilled in handicrafts. Top Monba - Residing in Tibet and known for weaving bamboo,the Monba practice a unique wedding ritual. Mongol - Inner Mongolia residents, the Mongols are known for riding horses and their traditional Nadam Fair. Mulam - The Mulam is a smaller minority group that believes in natural spirits and is skilled at pottery and iron forging. Naxi - The Naxi are known for handicrafts, stock breeding, and farming; they practice the Dongba religion. Nu - Southwest Yunnan province inhabitants, the Nu believe everything has a spirit - somewhat similar to fundamental Christian beliefs. Oroqen - The Oroqen are inner Mongolia residents who are skilled at hunting and handicrafts. Primi - The Primi believe in Gods and ancestors and live on agriculture and livestock. Qiang - Found in Aba Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, the Qiang are a small minority in China. Russ - The Russ peoples are Russian immigrants from 18th century; they also celebrate Christmas and Easter. Salar - Handicrafts and agriculture are central to daily life for the Salar; they live in various regions throughout the country. Top She - The She believe in ancestors and totems and reside in Fujian and Zhejiang. Shui - With their own unique language, the Shui are known for handicrafts like stone-carving. Tagik - The Tagik have a long history in China and believe in Islam and stress etiquette. Tatar - Another small group, the Tatar have their own language and follow Islam. Agriculture and handicrafts are also very central to daily life. Tu - The Tu practice Animism and Taoism and live on agriculture and breeding. Tujia - The Tujia make their living from agriculture and fishing and believe in God and ancestors spirits. Uygur - Islamic believers, the Uygur live in the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Regions. Uzbek - The Uzbek depend on stock breeding and handicrafts and live near the Uygur minority. Wa - With strong Buddhist and Christian beliefs, the Wa reside in Yunnan province and live primarily from agriculture. Xibe - Agricultural and stock husbandry practices are great traditions for the Xibe who live in various areas throughout China. Top Yao - South China mountainous areas are home to this group well known for handcrafted wines. Yi - The Yi have a long history in China and various beliefs that are treasured by their population. Yugur - The Yugur are Ginsu province nomads who live on stock breeding and believe in Lamaism. Zang - Tibetan Autonomous Region inhabitants, the Zang practice Buddhist teachings. Zhuang - China's largest minority, the Zhuang have a long history and rich culture and reside in Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region.