Peacock dance is located in Ruili, Luxi, Xishuangbanna, Mengding, Mengda, Jinggu, Cangyuan and other Dai inhabited areas in Dehong Prefecture, Yunnan Province, among which peacock dance (Dai language "Galoyong") in Ruili City, western Yunnan Province is the most representative.
According to legend, 1000 years ago, the Dai leader told Ma to imitate proud as a peacock's graceful posture and learn to dance. Later, it was shaped by folk artists and handed down to form peacock dance.
In the minds of the Dai people, the "bird of God" peacock is a symbol of happiness and good luck. Many people not only keep peacocks at home, but also regard peacocks as a symbol of kindness, wisdom, beauty, auspiciousness and happiness. Among all kinds of dances of the Dai people, peacock dance is one of the most popular, familiar, changing and developing dances.
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Historical legends
Once upon a time, there was a Dai kingdom. This country has a beautiful and noble prince. He is the dream lover of many girls. One day, the prince went hunting with his guards. They chased a rabbit to the lake. The prince saw seven peacocks flying over the horizon. They danced gracefully and slowly around the lake.
Seven peacocks shed their magical wings and became seven beautiful princesses. The seventh one is the most beautiful and dances best. The prince fell in love with seven princesses.
After returning to the kingdom, the prince thought about this beautiful princess all day. One day, the prince couldn't help thinking about himself. He came to the lake again and stole the magic wings of the Seventh Princess when she was not looking. When the other six sisters put on their wings and flew away, only the youngest princess was still looking for her clothes.
At this moment, the prince came out and returned the clothes to the most beautiful princess. She fell in love with the handsome and noble prince at once. After they got married, the princess taught her people to dance the peacock dance and make peacock clothes. People respect and love her. He and the prince lived happily to the end.
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