Vitality of Samawar dance in Xinjiang shines in hustle and bustle of daily life
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Updated: 2025-09-11 10:18
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The Samawar dance was listed as an intangible cultural heritage of the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region in 2007. Parhat, who has a deep love for this art form, is a key member of the Qiuci Alley's performance team. "This dance is the highest etiquette of our Uygur people for receiving guests," Parhat said. When the dance reaches its climax, he always invites the audience to join in, and joy merges with the music.
Parhat is not only a performer but also an instructor in the team. During intervals between performances, young performers often gather around him, learning movement techniques and listening to him talking about the cultural origins behind the Samawar dance.
