The live show \"Yaoshan·Yao People\" in Yaoshan Ancient Village, Libo County, southwest China's Guizhou Province is proving a hit with tourists. The performance masterfully blends traditional Yao cultural elements, from drum dances
and spinning top shows
to hunting dances
, incorporating modern influences to depict the evolving lives and customs of the Yao people.
Yaoshan Ancient Village serves as a vibrant cultural showcase for the Yao ethnic group in Guizhou. The village's primitive charms leave a lasting impression, with residents proudly maintaining their ancient lifestyle by donning traditional Yao clothing
, singing melodious \"mountain songs\"
, and dancing joyfully. Anthropologists often describe Yao people as \"Oriental Indians,\" highlighting their rich cultural heritage.
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Live performance shares ethnic culture of ancient Guizhou village
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