American student unlocks Chinese Culture through ethnic costumes

english.shanghai.gov.cn| October 11, 2024

Lile Mahoney, a 20-year-old American student at East China Normal University, has captured the attention of social media by trying on the traditional clothing of China's 56 ethnic groups in a short video. The video quickly became a sensation, garnering millions of views and highlighting the beauty of traditional ethnic attire as well as the diversity of Chinese culture.

"If given the chance, I would love to experience the traditional clothing of all 56 ethnic groups in China. Even more, I want to visit their communities, immerse myself in their customs, and try their local cuisine," said Mahoney. To her, Chinese culture is an endless treasure trove. "I want to explore it more deeply and share my experiences with the world."

Check out the video and learn more about Mahoney's story.

[Video/xinmin.cn]

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