Abstract: Acculturation is the objective existence in human society.In the process of the acculturation in Xiangxi area,not only the economy,culture and technology develop rapidly,and it also helps build the harmonious relationships among peoples,because it can promote the mutual national identity among the people of all ethnic groups in xiangxi area.People will be able to establish the concept of country on the basis of mastering the Han cognitive symbol system,and thereby strengthen internal cohesiveness of the nation.

Key words: acculturation, ethnic relations, unity and harmony