The Yi nation people who developed one of China's only indigenous syllabic scripts — the Yi script of 8,000+ characters — and whose ancient aristocratic caste system, represented one of the last functioning feudal slave societies.
Yi people — a Tibeto-Burman-speaking highland nation of Yunnan, Sichuan, and Guizhou provinces whose classical Bimo priest-scholars maintained the Yi syllabic script across centuries of oral and written literature, astronomical calendars, and ritual texts that constitute one of China's richest indigenous intellectual traditions outside the Han sphere. The Liangshan Yi of Sichuan preserved a hereditary four-tier caste system — nobles, commoners, serfs, and slaves — that functioned intact into the mid-20th century, making the Yi social structure one of the most extensively documented pre-modern aristocratic systems in East Asia, while the annual Torch Festival's three days of fire ceremonies, wrestling, and horse racing unite Yi communities across the entire highland region. This interactive t-shirt connects you to that Liangshan highland civilization and Yi Chinese heritage legacy with a QR code linking to the full story.
HERITAG is a purpose-driven brand that celebrates cultural diversity and awareness. Wear and share your social identity and cultural heritage with a unique collection of interactive t-shirts that carry flags of ethnic groups in China. Create informative and fun moments by inviting people to scan the visible QR code and learn about the diverse Chinese population.
Making products on demand instead of in bulk also helps reduce overproduction, and this quality t-shirt is made especially for you as soon as you place an order.
Few more details about this t-shirt: • Scannable QR code printed on the back for an interactive and fun experience • Designed to educate about a nation's proud history and rich culture • Custom print-on-demand unisex t-shirt • 100% cotton Gildan t-shirt. Soft, comfy, pre-shrunk jersey knit • Sport Grey is 90% cotton, 10% polyester • Heather colors are 50% cotton, 50% polyester • Classic fit, taped neck and shoulders for soft feel • Double seam at sleeves and bottom hem for more durability • Fabric weight: 5.0-5.3 oz./yd² (170-180 g/m²)
