The Dao dao ethnic group, or simply, live on Vietnam's borders with Laos and China, and are on both sides of the border line and on the north Vietnam coast line. Customs and Habits: The worship of your ancestors is the basis of your religion. The houses are built with pivots, which rise above ground level, or half on the pivots supported on the mountain and the other half on clay. There are two forms of matriarches: temporary and permanent. His burials reflect many of his ancient customs. In some regions, people are cremated after 12 years of being dead. Culture: The language of the Dao belongs to the mong Dao group. The Dao have used Chinese scriptures but have pronounced the language in their own way, becoming called: the writing of Dao Demotic. Suits: The Dao men's suit wears different pants and vests. The women's costume is diversified and is often adorned with many traditional ornaments. Economy: The Dao mainly live from rice cultivation and other subsidiary crops. Non-agricultural occupations include: weaving, carpentry, basket making, paper, and also plant oil production.