The Horsehair Conical Hat

Last updated 2026-11-14 — The Horsehair Conical HatThe Horsehair Conical Hat is one of the exquisite traditional handicrafts of the Miao ethnic group in Wan Shui Town, Kaili City, Qiandongnan Autonomous Prefecture. Local Miao artisans split bamboo into long, thin, and delicate strips, then weave them using 360 bamboo slivers and horsehair to create this conical hat, specially designed to shield young Miao girls and women from the sun. The Miao Horsehair Conical Hat is known for its exquisite craftsmanship, beauty, and ingenuity. Locals weave and sell these hats, with an average household income reaching 4,000 to 5,000 yuan per year. The photo shows a charming image of a Miao girl wearing the Horsehair Conical Hat.