Shan - Asian

They are known for silverwork, jade and marble carving, and intricate lacquerware. Most are wet-rice farmers, but the region is also rich in resources like rubies, sapphires, and teak. 2. Shan Cuisine

The Shan are the second-largest ethnic group in Myanmar, primarily inhabiting the in the eastern part of the country. They refer to themselves as "Tai," and their language belongs to the Tai-Kadai family, making it closely related to Thai and Lao.

Men often wear baggy trousers and cotton turbans, while women wear colorful blouses and long, tight-fitting skirts known as longyis .

Traditionally, Shan society was divided into aristocrats and commoners. Most Shan are Theravada Buddhists, and their villages are often centered around a banyan tree and a temple.