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Kunqu Opera’s Timeless Classic: ‘Legend of the White Snake’ 🎭🐍

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Kunqu Opera, one of China's oldest and most revered art forms. Originating from the Kunshan-Taicang area of Suzhou in Jiangsu Province, Kunqu boasts a rich history of nearly 600 years. This captivating blend of poetry, music, song, and dance has earned it the title of the \"teacher or ancestor of a hundred operas\" in China. Recognized globally, UNESCO proclaimed Kunqu as a \"Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity\" in 2001. 🌟

One of Kunqu's legendary pieces, \"Legend of the White Snake,\" tells a timeless love story between Bai Suzhen, the white snake spirit, and Xu Xian, a kind-hearted man she meets by West Lake. To help Xu Xian establish a pharmacy, Bai Suzhen enlists her companion, Xiaoqing, to steal funds from a corrupt official's treasury. With bravery and cunning, Xiaoqing and her team successfully defeat the guards and secure the necessary money. 🐍💖

(All photos are stills from \"Legend of the White Snake,\" by CGTN's Zhang Yuying.)

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