tushuntira

Tushuntira, also known as Tushun Tira, is a traditional dance form originating from the Tushun people of the Tushun ethnic group in the Yunnan province of China. The dance is performed during the Tushun New Year festival, which is celebrated in the spring. Tushuntira is a group dance that involves the entire community, with participants wearing traditional costumes and holding lanterns. The dance is characterized by its fast-paced movements and rhythmic clapping, which is synchronized with the music. The lyrics of the songs sung during the dance often reflect the themes of unity, prosperity, and the appreciation of nature. Tushuntira is not only a cultural expression but also a means of preserving the Tushun people's identity and traditions. The dance has been recognized by the State Administration of Radio, Film and Television of China as a national intangible cultural heritage.