Qinqiang Opera, which is performed in the Shaanxi dialect and known for its intense rhythm and high-pitched singing, was listed as a national intangible cultural heritage in 2006.
Developed during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), it became popular in Northwest China, mainly in Shaanxi and Gansu provinces. It typically features a solo singer accompanied by percussion instruments, such as Chinese drums and cymbals, and is often based on historical or legendary stories.
Intangible Cultural Heritage
Foreign vloggers experience Jin Opera in Shanxi
Intangible Cultural Heritage
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