I. Definition of words
Bashu refers to Sichuan Province and Chongqing City in the southwest of China, with Sichuan Basin as the core. Historically, its scope also includes Hanzhong basin, which is closely related to the culture of Sichuan basin.
Second, the name source of Bashu area
Bashu got its name from the two countries of Ba and Shu that existed in Sichuan in the pre-Qin period.
Three. Brief introduction of Bashu area
Bashu area has a long history, rich products and beautiful scenery, and has been known as the "land of abundance" since ancient times. Due to the relatively closed natural conditions in the basin, Bashu area has its own system in language, diet, customs and art, and has a unique local culture different from other areas in China.
The customs and culture of Bashu;
First, the history of tea
According to the historical data of tea before the Six Dynasties, the tea industry in China originated from Bashu. Geography of Hanshu said: "Ba, Shu and Guanghan belong to Nanyi, and Qin is a county."
A beginner in the Qing Dynasty said in the Record of the Days: "Tea drinking began after the Qin people took Shu." It is pointed out that tea drinking in various places spread slowly after Qin annexed Ba and Shu.
Tea culture in China and even the world first developed in Bashu. Gu's conclusion has unified all kinds of views on the origin of tea affairs in China, and it has been accepted by most scholars now. Therefore, it is often said that "Bashu is the cradle of tea industry and tea culture in China".
Second, local literature and art.
Sichuan Opera is lively in form, diverse in tunes, easy to understand, humorous in language, diverse in performances, with some special effects such as changing face, whirling dance and fire breathing, which has a strong artistic effect.
Sichuan dulcimer and Sichuan Yin Qing are the main forms of Quyi. The photo album is performed by one person behind the scenes, which can simulate all kinds of sounds and be lifelike. Humor plays combine Zhuang and harmony and can reflect the reality of life in time.
Third, food culture.
Sichuan cuisine is one of the eight major cuisines in China. Wide range of materials, rich flavor, rich color, characterized by spicy. Kung pao chicken, Mapo tofu, Deng Ying beef and chicken nuggets with peculiar flavor are the most distinctive.