Nuo Culture Resources

The Gelao people are an ethnic group with an inextricable bond with "iron." For generations, they have mined mountains, smelted ores, and forged metals, developing a "golden eye" for finding ore veins and honing their skills in ironworking. Their weapons...

In the long river of Chinese history, there exists a legendary figure who, despite his martial prowess, was compelled to don a fearsome mask due to his striking good looks. There is also an ancient dance form that, originating from...

  Can't focus on reading the article? Let the Nuo Opera radio read it to you! "Dong dong qiang, dong dong qiang..." In Tianjing Village, Gongxi Township, Xinhuang Dong Autonomous County, Hunan Province, during major festivals and peak tourist seasons,...

Nuo opera is one of China's ancient theatrical forms, distinguished by its mysterious, fantastical plots and stunning masks. As an important component of traditional Chinese culture, Nuo opera masks not only possess a rich cultural foundation but also carry significant...

Nuo Gods: The Mysterious Guardians of Chinese Culture Throughout China's long history, a group of mysterious figures has been protecting our ancestors. These enigmatic guardians, known as Nuo Gods, are the focus of our discussion today. Wearing peculiar masks and...

  Nuo ceremonies mark the initiation of Nuo rituals, colloquially referred to as "Kaitan" (opening the altar) by Nuo opera masters. Aside from the sacrificial elements, Nuo dance is also integrated into the process. The master of the altar first...

Can't read the article? Read it to you! At present, only in the northwest of Guizhou Weining County Yi cottage bare Jar "handful of Taiji" (translation), some comrades according to the literal meaning of the Yi language interpretation of the...

China, an ancient civilization with a history spanning five thousand years, has a rich historical and cultural heritage that is awe-inspiring. However, among these brilliant cultural treasures, there is a unique chapter that is little known - the "Shamanic Nuo...

Nuo Music: Unveiling the Mysterious Ancient Art of China Nuo music, a term that may sound unfamiliar, encapsulates a mysterious and ancient history of Chinese culture. This art form is not only an ancient artistic expression but also a crystallization...

Masks of Nuo Opera: A Visual Journey Image 1: Su Liwen, a folk "shaman" from the Nuo Opera troupe in Lengshuijiang, China. Photo by intern Gong Wei. Image 2: A Nuo Opera artist performing live. Photo by Xie Zhengyu from...