Hani people celebrate "Gatangpa" Festival

On the occasion of the New Year, the Hani people in Jinghong City, Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province sang and danced to celebrate the traditional festival "Gatangpa" Festival.

"Gatangpa" is Hani language, which means New Year. Whenever the festival approaches, the hospitable Hani people will welcome guests from all directions with unrestrained dances, beautiful songs, humorous sketches, etc. At the same time, a series of folk sports activities with unique national characteristics such as swinging, spinning tops, and shooting crossbows will be held. Photo report by Yang Deming