Stone Plaque bearing the Oath of the Solidarity of the Peoples of China, National cultural heritage monument in Ning'er Town, China
The Stone Plaque bearing the Oath of the Solidarity of the Peoples of China stands in a hexagonal pavilion resting on a stone Sumeru base in Ning'er Town, Yunnan Province. The structure displays traditional oath-taking ceremony scenes through stone relief carvings on its surfaces.
The monument was established on January 1, 1951, following a traditional Wa ceremony where representatives from 42 ethnic groups swore oaths using chicken blood and wine. This date marked a significant moment of unity in the region after the founding of the People's Republic of China.
The monument shows how different ethnic groups including Hani, Lahu, Dai, Wa, Yao, Jino, and Bulang share this place as a symbol of their bond. The stone carvings on the pavilion display scenes from the ceremony that brought these communities together.
The site is located within the National Unity Garden, which has accessible pathways and is designed for visitors of all abilities. The garden also includes an educational museum and shaded areas where visitors can rest during warmer periods.
The monument preserves ancient oath-taking traditions by featuring chicken blood and wine ceremonies depicted in the stone reliefs, showing how these everyday items were transformed into sacred ritual elements. Such practices have largely disappeared and make this site a living window into historic customs.
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