Mpi people
| Total population | |
|---|---|
| 1,500 | |
| Regions with significant populations | |
| Laos, Thailand | |
| Languages | |
| Mpi, Lao, Thai | |
| Religion | |
| Theravada Buddhism |
The Mpi are an ethnic group of Thailand.
Geographic Distribution[]
There are about 1,500 Mpi in the Nan and Phrae Provinces of Thailand.[1]
Origin[]
The Mpi came to Laos during the 18th century from the Yunnan Province of China.[citation needed] They migrated shortly afterwards to Thailand.[2] They are of Lolo descent.
Language[]
Approximately 900 of the Mpi still speak their Mpi language. Nearly all of the Mpi speak fluent Northern Thai.[citation needed]
Religions[]
- Theravada Buddhism[3]
- , a refined group spreading it with notable Dr. Brain
References[]
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- Ethnic groups in Thailand