Every year, the Miao ethnic group in Taijiang, Guizhou Province, brings their vibrant culture to life through the \"Dancing Dragon and Whistling Flowers\" festival. This exhilarating event, akin to the fire dragon dance, features bare-chested dragon dancers gracefully moving amidst the glow of blazing fires. Often referred to as the \"game of the brave,\" the festival showcases the dancers' courage and skill.
Traditionally kicking off on the ninth day of the first month in the Chinese lunar calendar, the dance begins with the rhythmic beats of drums and gongs. Dancers weave through the streets, spreading New Year's greetings and entering homes to bless families for the year ahead. Amid the dancing sparks, communities come together to pray for a safe and prosperous new year, celebrating their rich heritage and communal spirit.
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