Traditional Dance
Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, Northwest China
Joseon Dynasty (1392–1910 CE)
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Oral Tradition
Farmers' Dance of the Korean Ethnic Group
"A jubilant Korean-Chinese dance with spinning hat ribbons, drumming, and singing — originally a harvest ritual, now a festival favorite."
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This artifact is part of the Intangible Heritage Cluster. It connects to 5 entities across the atlas, spanning 1 region, 0 masters, 0 festivals, and 0 skills.
Farmers' Dance of the Korean Ethnic Group: A Living Heritage
The Farmers' Dance (nongak) of the Korean ethnic group in northeast China is a vibrant outdoor performance combining dancing, drumming, and singing. Performers wear colorful costumes and spin long ribbon streamers from their hats. Originally a village ritual for good harvests, it evolved into a celebratory art form performed during festivals and community events in Jilin and Liaoning provinces.
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