Ethnic groups profit from green economy

Sweet income: Beekeeper Jiang Shanhai showing the harvest from his farm in Qiongzhong, Hainan province. — China Daily/Asia News Network

BEIJING: Hainan has long impressed visitors with its enchanting tropical sea views and quality hotels at its coastal resorts.

But now, the allure of the island province’s mountainous central areas is also unfolding – rich and colourful ecological resources, along with the traditional culture of native Li and Miao ethic groups. It’s a splendid mix of national and world intangible cultural heritage.