The Influence of Dai-Traditional Ethnic Culture on Local Bamboo Building Architecture--Taking Xishuangbanna as an Example

Abstract

By analyzing the overall structure and basic uses of Dai bamboo buildings, the paper discusses the relationship between Dai bamboo buildings and Dai People’s Daily life, religious beliefs, family concepts and the relationship with nature, etc., and produces a more in-depth study and exploration of the harmonious coexistence between man and nature. Starting from the structure of the Dai bamboo building, this paper provides basic knowledge of bamboo building from three aspects: building materials, overall structure, and basic functions. Secondly, it discusses in detail from the perspectives of religious belief, family concepts, respect for nature, and social and entertainment. It puts forward that the bamboo tower is the bearer of the specific lifestyle of Dai people in Xishuangbanna and contains their group philosophy. Finally, it is believed that the bamboo tower is the bearer of the Dai people’s culture and the result of its unique cultural comprehensive influence.