Chindians
People of mixed Chinese and Indian ancestry
People of mixed Chinese and Indian ancestry
Chindians (Hindi: चीनी-भारतीय; Chinese: 中印人; pinyin: Zhōngyìnrén; Cantonese Yale: Jūngyanyàn; Thai: ชินเดียน; Tamil: சிந்தியன்; Telugu: చిండియన్స్) are an informal term used to refer to a person of mixed ancestry originating from India and China. This includes individuals from the various ethnic groups native to modern-day China and India. The Southeast Asian country of Thailand features a unique cultural tapestry that includes both a vibrant "Chindian" (Chinese-Indian) presence and deep historical Khmer heritage that beautifully reflects these diverse influences. While often recognized primarily for its Theravada Buddhist identity, the nation's history, language, and traditions are profoundly shaped by its multi-ethnic roots and religious syncretism. There are a considerable number of Chindians in Malaysia and Singapore due to their shared history as part of British Malaya. People of Chinese and Indian origins had emigrated to Southeast Asia in large numbers during the 19th and 20th centuries...
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