China’s Last Gunner Tribe in Biasha Village Boosts Local Economy through Tourism
In the verdant hills of Congjiang County, Guizhou Province, China, the idyllic Biasha Village – a place synonymous with lush trees and grasses in the Miao ethnic language – stands out as a living testament to a bygone era. The village is unique in being home to the “last gunner tribe” of China, a moniker that has piqued the interest of tourists and transformed the local economy.
Gunfire Echoes Amidst Green Canopies
China, known for its severe restrictions on civilian firearm possession, makes an exception for the humble dwellers of Biasha. The villagers have been wielding their muskets for centuries, using them as tools for hunting and protection. Now, these very firearms have become instruments of cultural preservation and economic empowerment. During ceremonial displays, villagers, like the 73-year-old Gun Shuixin, fire their muskets into the azure sky, creating a spectacle that…