Tiaohua Festival of Fenghuang Ancient Town

Tiaohua Festival(跳花节), also known as Tiao Hua Po(跳花坡), is an ancient, mysterious and romantic festival prevailing among the Miao people. Originated in Anshun city, Guizhou, it has evolved into a comprehensive annual event.

 

 

Tiaohua Festival held in Fenghuang Ancient Town , 2013

When and where will TiaoHua Festival be held?

It usually occurs during the first lunar month, at the 24 settled sites in Hunan and Guizhou province. Among them, Shanjiang Town of Fenghuang(凤凰古城山江镇) and Zhijin County(织金县) of Guizhou are two most famous sites.

 

 

Tiaohua Festival held in Fenghuang Ancient Town , 2013

Timetable of Tiaohua Festival (2014/5/6)

 

 

Shanjiang Town, Fenghuang Ancient Town	May 6,2014	May 25, 2015	May14, 2016
Liuzhi County, Guizhou	Feb 9,2014: Liuzhi County

 

Tiaohua Festival held in Fenghuang Ancient Town , 2013

 

What are the Main Festivities?

Reed Pipe Singing& Dance; bull fighting; horse racing; wrestling; archery; folk music; Bonfire party; Trade; parade

Long Horn Miao are found in west Guizhou, and are famous for their hairstyles, wedding & funeral ceremonies as well as Tiaohua Festival


Source: http://www.absolutechinatours.com/china-travel/tiaohua-festival-fenghuang-ancient-town.html

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