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The Tujia people called themselves “Bizika”, which means “Native dwellers”. Although their name suggests that they are natives, their exact origin is still uncertain.
Culture
2012-08-31 01:01
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During this day, each Tujia ethnic family will prepare a big meal for family union. Firstly, they will cook dishes and worship their ancestor Tanhou. Tanhou was a leader popular with Tujia people. While he was disobey to the emperor of Ming Dynasty so that he was died for some political reasons. And the traditional custom in this festival is to sun clothes for memory this great Tujia minority figure.
Culture
2012-08-30 11:55
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Welcome the dragon is a holy worship to Miao people. In order to wish for their families’ prosperity, Miao people usually make a vow to the dragon and invite two senior masters to host the religious rites. They need to ask the hostess’s brother of that family to welcome the dragon for them. Owners have to welcome the hostess’s brother in the entrance to their village and send two bowls of liquor and red paper containing money as a gift.
Culture
2012-08-30 01:03
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Miao flower drum originated from Tang Dynasty, which creates its over one-thousand history. According to some maters, They learned to play flower drum when they were young. Colorful petals were put above the drum. They were not allowed to knock petals down in the process of playing the drum, which of course required excellent skill. Maybe this is why they call it flower drum later.
Culture
2012-08-30 00:56
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Generally, Fenghuang Miao martial art has a long history. Especially Chiyou boxing in Miao boxing originated from Chi-you era.
Culture
2012-08-25 23:06
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When Tujia women born a baby, the first guest went into the room, it is the people of “CaiSheng”. At this time, the baby’s father specifically sent a bowl with four eggs to feed strangers, and the baby called the stranger man “adopted father”. If the people is women, the baby called her “adopted mother”, the two sides relationship became stronger and stronger every day.
Culture
2012-08-23 23:17
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As for marriage ceremony, there are various spousal on the basis of different customs in different regions. But if you take a look on the Tujia people’s spousal, you may be startled and then burst into laughter.
Culture
2012-08-22 14:18
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Tea-light opera is a small scaled musical opera in Fenghuang, originating from folk minor, folk songs of labor, lantern dance and many traditional tunes.
Culture
2012-08-22 11:57
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