Hand Waving Dance is an ancient and visual folk dance, characterized with its national actions of simple but understanding. From the 3rd day to the 15th of the first month by the lunar calendar, wearing “xinankapu” (a handcraft made of multiple color thick cotton string), Tujia people gather in hand waving house (a place prepared for hand waving dance won't be changed for years) with horns, sacred sticks, drums and so on. Leading by old Tima (Tujia people's leader in ancient time) and hand waving team, Tujia people dance with changing hand feature. The dancing reflects Tujia people of their ancient production and united living style. |