ChineseToday | Ethnic charm of young dancer glows on the stage of Pamir Plateau

Xinhua
30 Mar 2025, 21:50 GMT+10

(250330) -- TAXKORGAN, March 30, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Amangul Wapik and her colleagues rehearse for a performance in Tiznap Town of Taxkorgan Tajik Autonomous County, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, March 20, 2025.

The cultural performance troupe of Taxkorgan Tajik Autonomous County is renowned for its efforts in preserving local culture, creating and performing art, and facilitating cultural exchange and cooperation. Aside from giving art performances during important festivals and conducting regular performances for tourists, the troupe also engages in artistic exchanges in rural areas and communities, enriching the cultural lives of local residents.

Amangul Wapik, a 25-year-old dancer, joined the troupe in 2019. "Dancing is my passion. I particularly enjoy the joyful and carefree feelings on stage," Amangul said.

With assistance from the troupe, she has gradually developed her own performance style, blending modern and traditional dance elements through extensive training and practical performances.

From March to October each year, the troupe primarily focuses on tourism-related performances due to the rapid development of the local tourism industry. Amangul and her colleagues always give passionate performances, showcasing the rich cultural traditions of their hometown. (Xinhua/Xu Hongyan)

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