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2025.08.16 14:31 GMT+8

Mosuo women: Grace woven from the earth

Updated 2025.08.16 14:31 GMT+8
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A Mosuo woman lives in southwest China's Lugu Lake region. /CGTN

Mosuo women live in southwest China's Lugu Lake region. /CGTN

A Mosuo woman lives in southwest China's Lugu Lake region. /CGTN

A Mosuo woman lives in southwest China's Lugu Lake region. /CGTN

Mosuo women live in southwest China's Lugu Lake region. /CGTN

A Mosuo woman lives in southwest China's Lugu Lake region. /CGTN

From the shimmering waters of Lugu Lake to the quiet rhythm of the highland fields, Mosuo women uphold a way of life shaped by generations of matrilineal tradition. They nurture families, lead communities and choose love and freedom on their own terms. The elder women's faces reflect a lifetime of wisdom, while the younger generation shines in vibrant attire, carrying the promise of tomorrow. In every gesture and gaze, they embody a harmony of strength and serenity.

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