Ancient drum of the Zhuang people reverberates history
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The Mashan Zhuang ethnic drum boasts a history spanning over 1,000 years. The instrument originated in the late Song dynasty (960-1279) and flourished during the Qing dynasty (1644-1911).
In 2021, it was selected for the fifth batch of the National Intangible Cultural Heritage list.
The drum was developed by the Zhuang people of modern-day Mashan county, Nanning city, South China's Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region. It is typically made using cowhide and is played to dispel evil spirits, attract good fortune, and provide entertainment.
Video by Zeng Huanru, Si Yuting, Diao Wencong and Zhou Xinyi.
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