The origins of the Yao are disputed, but most believe that they are related to the Jingman and Wulingman peoples from Changsha, called the Muyao and Mango tribes respectively in ancient times.

The park is home to 1720 varieties of plant life, some of them quite rare. It contains of 12 scenic areas and 37 other beautiful attractions.

The She language belongs to the Hmong-Mien language family.

AP - China's secretive communist government said Tuesday it has approved rules boosting official transparency but added that state secrets have to be safeguarded and social stability preserved.