Lijiang

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175 Lijiang.jpg (39402 bytes) The Naxi were traditionally matrilineal with property being handed down through the female line.  Open marriage was common with both partners remaining in their respective homes.   Any children born to the union belonged to the woman  and child support from the father ended with the relationship.

Naxi women still rule the roost in Old Lijiang.

Streams from Black Dragon Pool wend around the town, willows shade the paths.  At night children sail little candle lit boats which are soon carried away under the many bridges and out of sight. 183 Lijiang.jpg (39435 bytes)
184 Lijiang.jpg (39598 bytes) Young women wash vegetables in one of the streams.  

Strict rules govern the use of the waterways.  The uppermost parts are used only for drinking, the middle for washing rice and vegetables and the lower for clothes.
It's early morning in the Market Square and Naxi women set up their market stalls.  Most of the goods seem to be aimed at tourists.   At night music, laughter and dancing replace the stalls. 176 Lijiang.jpg (39872 bytes)
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