Emperor in Mie Prefecture

Emperor in Mie Prefecture

Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako watch a dance performance by children during a fishery industry promotional event in Shima, Mie Prefecture, on Nov. 9, 2025.

2025 Miss Friendship International Global Finals

2025 Miss Friendship International Global Finals

GUIYANG, CHINA - NOVEMBER 1, 2025 - The contestants of the 2025 Miss Friendship International Global Finals watched a national dance performance at Qingyun Market in Guiyang, Guizhou Province, China on November 1, 2025.

2025 Miss Friendship International Global Finals

2025 Miss Friendship International Global Finals

GUIYANG, CHINA - NOVEMBER 1, 2025 - The contestants of the 2025 Miss Friendship International Global Finals watched a performance of lusheng dance at Jiaxiu Pavilion in Guiyang, Guizhou Province, China on November 1, 2025.

Japan emperor at gagaku concert

Japan emperor at gagaku concert

Japanese Emperor Naruhito and his daughter Princess Aiko prepare to watch a gagaku, or traditional Japanese court music and dance, performance at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on Oct. 26, 2025. (Pool photo)

Japan emperor at gagaku concert

Japan emperor at gagaku concert

Japanese Emperor Naruhito and his daughter Princess Aiko prepare to watch a gagaku, or traditional Japanese court music and dance, performance at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on Oct. 26, 2025. (Pool photo)

Temple Fair in Huzhou

Temple Fair in Huzhou

HUZHOU, CHINA - OCTOBER 16, 2025 - Dragon dance performance at temple fair at Erdu Village, Huzhou City, Zhejiang Province, China on October 16, 2025.

Temple Fair in Huzhou

Temple Fair in Huzhou

HUZHOU, CHINA - OCTOBER 16, 2025 - Dragon dance performance at temple fair at Erdu Village, Huzhou City, Zhejiang Province, China on October 16, 2025.

Temple Fair in Huzhou

Temple Fair in Huzhou

HUZHOU, CHINA - OCTOBER 16, 2025 - Dragon dance performance at temple fair at Erdu Village, Huzhou City, Zhejiang Province, China on October 16, 2025.

Temple Fair in Huzhou

Temple Fair in Huzhou

HUZHOU, CHINA - OCTOBER 16, 2025 - Dragon dance performance at temple fair at Erdu Village, Huzhou City, Zhejiang Province, China on October 16, 2025.

Temple Fair in Huzhou

Temple Fair in Huzhou

HUZHOU, CHINA - OCTOBER 16, 2025 - Dragon dance performance at temple fair at Erdu Village, Huzhou City, Zhejiang Province, China on October 16, 2025.

Temple Fair in Huzhou

Temple Fair in Huzhou

HUZHOU, CHINA - OCTOBER 16, 2025 - Dragon dance performance at temple fair at Erdu Village, Huzhou City, Zhejiang Province, China on October 16, 2025.

Holiday Spots Sighting - China

Holiday Spots Sighting - China

People dance with a straw-woven dragon at Shuyuan Village, Huizhou District of Huangshan City, east China's Anhui Province, October 4, 2025. Shuyuan's straw-woven dragon has been listed as a municipal-level intangible cultural heritage that boasts a history spanning over three centuries. Once the date for a dragon performance is slated at the village, locals would spontaneously collect and contribute straws for weaving of the dragon - an omen for a bountiful harvest. The straw-woven dragon performance on the occasion of the Mid-Autumn Festival has well blended cultural experience into sightseeing, which serves as a major tourist attraction this year. Photo by Fan Chengzhu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Straw-Woven Dragon Performance - China

Straw-Woven Dragon Performance - China

People dance with a straw-woven dragon at Shuyuan Village, Huizhou District of Huangshan City, east China's Anhui Province, October 4, 2025. As China's Mid-Autumn Festival approaches, villagers at Shuyuan Village highlights their celebration with the straw-woven dragon performance. Shuyuan's straw-woven dragon has been listed as a municipal-level intangible cultural heritage that boasts a history spanning over three centuries. Once the date for a dragon performance is slated at the village, locals would spontaneously collect and contribute straws for weaving of the dragon - an omen for a bountiful harvest. The straw-woven dragon performance on the occasion of the Mid-Autumn Festival has well blended cultural experience into sightseeing, which serves as a major tourist attraction this year. Photo by Fan Chengzhu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Straw-Woven Dragon Performance - China

Straw-Woven Dragon Performance - China

People dance with a straw-woven dragon at Shuyuan Village, Huizhou District of Huangshan City, east China's Anhui Province, October 4, 2025. As China's Mid-Autumn Festival approaches, villagers at Shuyuan Village highlights their celebration with the straw-woven dragon performance. Shuyuan's straw-woven dragon has been listed as a municipal-level intangible cultural heritage that boasts a history spanning over three centuries. Once the date for a dragon performance is slated at the village, locals would spontaneously collect and contribute straws for weaving of the dragon - an omen for a bountiful harvest. The straw-woven dragon performance on the occasion of the Mid-Autumn Festival has well blended cultural experience into sightseeing, which serves as a major tourist attraction this year. Photo by Fan Chengzhu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Traditional dance performance in Kyoto

Traditional dance performance in Kyoto

Japanese traditional female entertainers called maiko, or apprentice geiko, take part in a final practice session in Kyoto on Sept. 30, 2025, ahead of their dance performances in early October.

Traditional dance performance in Kyoto

Traditional dance performance in Kyoto

Japanese traditional female entertainers called maiko, or apprentice geiko, take part in a final practice session in Kyoto on Sept. 30, 2025, ahead of their dance performances in early October.

Traditional dance performance in Kyoto

Traditional dance performance in Kyoto

Japanese traditional female entertainers called maiko, or apprentice geiko, take part in a final practice session in Kyoto on Sept. 30, 2025, ahead of their dance performances in early October.

Traditional dance performance in Kyoto

Traditional dance performance in Kyoto

Japanese traditional female entertainers called maiko, or apprentice geiko, take part in a final practice session in Kyoto on Sept. 30, 2025, ahead of their dance performances in early October.

Crown prince's family watches dance performance

Crown prince's family watches dance performance

Japanese Crown Prince Fumihito (3rd from L), his wife Crown Princess Kiko (3rd from R), their daughter Princess Kako (L) and their son Prince Hisahito (R) watch a Ryukyu dance performance at a Noh theater in Tokyo on Sept. 12, 2025. (Pool photo)

Prince Hisahito watches dance performance

Prince Hisahito watches dance performance

Japanese Prince Hisahito watches a Ryukyu dance performance at a Noh theater in Tokyo on Sept. 12, 2025. (Pool photo)

2025 CIFTIS Held in Beijing

2025 CIFTIS Held in Beijing

SHANGHAI, CHINA- SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 - An audience member visited a dance robot performance at the Shijingshan booth of China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) in Beijing, China on September 13, 2025.

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Ahmat Mollaq performs the Samawar dance in the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Aug. 4, 2025. In the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Parhat Emin performs the Samawar (a Uygur term meaning "tea set") dance, a traditional Uygur greeting dance with a history dating back to the millennium-old ancient Qiuci State. His eyes shine brightly, and his smile is warm and welcoming. With a bronze pot and porcelain bowls balanced steadily on a plate over his head, his body spins smoothly, and his feet move as lightly as the wind. As he dances gracefully to the rhythm of traditional Uygur music, the surrounding audience burst into cheers from time to time. Kuqa, where the ancient Qiuci State was mainly located, was a vital hub along the ancient Silk Road, bustling with merchants and the tinkle of camel bells. Today the Qiuci Alley is a popular tourist destination in Kuqa. From noon till midnight every day, dances including the Samawar

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Parhat Emin (C) teaches young dancers the move of Samawar dance in the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, July 22, 2025. In the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Parhat Emin performs the Samawar (a Uygur term meaning "tea set") dance, a traditional Uygur greeting dance with a history dating back to the millennium-old ancient Qiuci State. His eyes shine brightly, and his smile is warm and welcoming. With a bronze pot and porcelain bowls balanced steadily on a plate over his head, his body spins smoothly, and his feet move as lightly as the wind. As he dances gracefully to the rhythm of traditional Uygur music, the surrounding audience burst into cheers from time to time. Kuqa, where the ancient Qiuci State was mainly located, was a vital hub along the ancient Silk Road, bustling with merchants and the tinkle of camel bells. Today the Qiuci Alley is a popular tourist destination in Kuqa. From noon till midnight every day, dan

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Artists perform the Samawar dance at the Grand Bazaar in Urumqi, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Sept. 9, 2025. In the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Parhat Emin performs the Samawar (a Uygur term meaning "tea set") dance, a traditional Uygur greeting dance with a history dating back to the millennium-old ancient Qiuci State. His eyes shine brightly, and his smile is warm and welcoming. With a bronze pot and porcelain bowls balanced steadily on a plate over his head, his body spins smoothly, and his feet move as lightly as the wind. As he dances gracefully to the rhythm of traditional Uygur music, the surrounding audience burst into cheers from time to time. Kuqa, where the ancient Qiuci State was mainly located, was a vital hub along the ancient Silk Road, bustling with merchants and the tinkle of camel bells. Today the Qiuci Alley is a popular tourist destination in Kuqa. From noon till midnight every day, dances including the Samawar are pe

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Performers participate in a wedding ceremony in the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, July 22, 2025. In the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Parhat Emin performs the Samawar (a Uygur term meaning "tea set") dance, a traditional Uygur greeting dance with a history dating back to the millennium-old ancient Qiuci State. His eyes shine brightly, and his smile is warm and welcoming. With a bronze pot and porcelain bowls balanced steadily on a plate over his head, his body spins smoothly, and his feet move as lightly as the wind. As he dances gracefully to the rhythm of traditional Uygur music, the surrounding audience burst into cheers from time to time. Kuqa, where the ancient Qiuci State was mainly located, was a vital hub along the ancient Silk Road, bustling with merchants and the tinkle of camel bells. Today the Qiuci Alley is a popular tourist destination in Kuqa. From noon till midnight every day, dances including the S

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

A senior artist performs the Samawar dance in the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Aug. 4, 2025. In the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Parhat Emin performs the Samawar (a Uygur term meaning "tea set") dance, a traditional Uygur greeting dance with a history dating back to the millennium-old ancient Qiuci State. His eyes shine brightly, and his smile is warm and welcoming. With a bronze pot and porcelain bowls balanced steadily on a plate over his head, his body spins smoothly, and his feet move as lightly as the wind. As he dances gracefully to the rhythm of traditional Uygur music, the surrounding audience burst into cheers from time to time. Kuqa, where the ancient Qiuci State was mainly located, was a vital hub along the ancient Silk Road, bustling with merchants and the tinkle of camel bells. Today the Qiuci Alley is a popular tourist destination in Kuqa. From noon till midnight every day, dances including the Sama

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Parhat Emin performs the Samawar dance in the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, July 22, 2025. In the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Parhat Emin performs the Samawar (a Uygur term meaning "tea set") dance, a traditional Uygur greeting dance with a history dating back to the millennium-old ancient Qiuci State. His eyes shine brightly, and his smile is warm and welcoming. With a bronze pot and porcelain bowls balanced steadily on a plate over his head, his body spins smoothly, and his feet move as lightly as the wind. As he dances gracefully to the rhythm of traditional Uygur music, the surrounding audience burst into cheers from time to time. Kuqa, where the ancient Qiuci State was mainly located, was a vital hub along the ancient Silk Road, bustling with merchants and the tinkle of camel bells. Today the Qiuci Alley is a popular tourist destination in Kuqa. From noon till midnight every day, dances including the Samawar

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Parhat Emin takes a break in the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, July 22, 2025. In the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Parhat Emin performs the Samawar (a Uygur term meaning "tea set") dance, a traditional Uygur greeting dance with a history dating back to the millennium-old ancient Qiuci State. His eyes shine brightly, and his smile is warm and welcoming. With a bronze pot and porcelain bowls balanced steadily on a plate over his head, his body spins smoothly, and his feet move as lightly as the wind. As he dances gracefully to the rhythm of traditional Uygur music, the surrounding audience burst into cheers from time to time. Kuqa, where the ancient Qiuci State was mainly located, was a vital hub along the ancient Silk Road, bustling with merchants and the tinkle of camel bells. Today the Qiuci Alley is a popular tourist destination in Kuqa. From noon till midnight every day, dances including the Samawar are performe

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Parhat Emin arranges bowls for performing the Samawar dance in the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, July 22, 2025. In the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Parhat Emin performs the Samawar (a Uygur term meaning "tea set") dance, a traditional Uygur greeting dance with a history dating back to the millennium-old ancient Qiuci State. His eyes shine brightly, and his smile is warm and welcoming. With a bronze pot and porcelain bowls balanced steadily on a plate over his head, his body spins smoothly, and his feet move as lightly as the wind. As he dances gracefully to the rhythm of traditional Uygur music, the surrounding audience burst into cheers from time to time. Kuqa, where the ancient Qiuci State was mainly located, was a vital hub along the ancient Silk Road, bustling with merchants and the tinkle of camel bells. Today the Qiuci Alley is a popular tourist destination in Kuqa. From noon till midnight every day, dances

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Parhat Emin (C) poses for a photo with tourists after performing the Samawar dance in the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, July 22, 2025. In the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Parhat Emin performs the Samawar (a Uygur term meaning "tea set") dance, a traditional Uygur greeting dance with a history dating back to the millennium-old ancient Qiuci State. His eyes shine brightly, and his smile is warm and welcoming. With a bronze pot and porcelain bowls balanced steadily on a plate over his head, his body spins smoothly, and his feet move as lightly as the wind. As he dances gracefully to the rhythm of traditional Uygur music, the surrounding audience burst into cheers from time to time. Kuqa, where the ancient Qiuci State was mainly located, was a vital hub along the ancient Silk Road, bustling with merchants and the tinkle of camel bells. Today the Qiuci Alley is a popular tourist destination in Kuqa. From noon till midn

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Parhat Emin (1st R) teaches young dancers the move of Samawar dance in the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, July 22, 2025. In the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Parhat Emin performs the Samawar (a Uygur term meaning "tea set") dance, a traditional Uygur greeting dance with a history dating back to the millennium-old ancient Qiuci State. His eyes shine brightly, and his smile is warm and welcoming. With a bronze pot and porcelain bowls balanced steadily on a plate over his head, his body spins smoothly, and his feet move as lightly as the wind. As he dances gracefully to the rhythm of traditional Uygur music, the surrounding audience burst into cheers from time to time. Kuqa, where the ancient Qiuci State was mainly located, was a vital hub along the ancient Silk Road, bustling with merchants and the tinkle of camel bells. Today the Qiuci Alley is a popular tourist destination in Kuqa. From noon till midnight every day,

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Parhat Emin performs the Samawar dance in the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, July 22, 2025. In the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Parhat Emin performs the Samawar (a Uygur term meaning "tea set") dance, a traditional Uygur greeting dance with a history dating back to the millennium-old ancient Qiuci State. His eyes shine brightly, and his smile is warm and welcoming. With a bronze pot and porcelain bowls balanced steadily on a plate over his head, his body spins smoothly, and his feet move as lightly as the wind. As he dances gracefully to the rhythm of traditional Uygur music, the surrounding audience burst into cheers from time to time. Kuqa, where the ancient Qiuci State was mainly located, was a vital hub along the ancient Silk Road, bustling with merchants and the tinkle of camel bells. Today the Qiuci Alley is a popular tourist destination in Kuqa. From noon till midnight every day, dances including the Samawar

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Parhat Emin performs the Samawar dance in the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, July 22, 2025. In the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Parhat Emin performs the Samawar (a Uygur term meaning "tea set") dance, a traditional Uygur greeting dance with a history dating back to the millennium-old ancient Qiuci State. His eyes shine brightly, and his smile is warm and welcoming. With a bronze pot and porcelain bowls balanced steadily on a plate over his head, his body spins smoothly, and his feet move as lightly as the wind. As he dances gracefully to the rhythm of traditional Uygur music, the surrounding audience burst into cheers from time to time. Kuqa, where the ancient Qiuci State was mainly located, was a vital hub along the ancient Silk Road, bustling with merchants and the tinkle of camel bells. Today the Qiuci Alley is a popular tourist destination in Kuqa. From noon till midnight every day, dances including the Samawar

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Parhat Emin (C) performs the Samawar dance in the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, July 22, 2025. In the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Parhat Emin performs the Samawar (a Uygur term meaning "tea set") dance, a traditional Uygur greeting dance with a history dating back to the millennium-old ancient Qiuci State. His eyes shine brightly, and his smile is warm and welcoming. With a bronze pot and porcelain bowls balanced steadily on a plate over his head, his body spins smoothly, and his feet move as lightly as the wind. As he dances gracefully to the rhythm of traditional Uygur music, the surrounding audience burst into cheers from time to time. Kuqa, where the ancient Qiuci State was mainly located, was a vital hub along the ancient Silk Road, bustling with merchants and the tinkle of camel bells. Today the Qiuci Alley is a popular tourist destination in Kuqa. From noon till midnight every day, dances including the Sam

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Parhat Emin performs the Samawar dance in the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, July 22, 2025. In the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Parhat Emin performs the Samawar (a Uygur term meaning "tea set") dance, a traditional Uygur greeting dance with a history dating back to the millennium-old ancient Qiuci State. His eyes shine brightly, and his smile is warm and welcoming. With a bronze pot and porcelain bowls balanced steadily on a plate over his head, his body spins smoothly, and his feet move as lightly as the wind. As he dances gracefully to the rhythm of traditional Uygur music, the surrounding audience burst into cheers from time to time. Kuqa, where the ancient Qiuci State was mainly located, was a vital hub along the ancient Silk Road, bustling with merchants and the tinkle of camel bells. Today the Qiuci Alley is a popular tourist destination in Kuqa. From noon till midnight every day, dances including the Samawar

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Parhat Emin (R) teaches young dancers the move of Samawar dance in the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, July 22, 2025. In the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Parhat Emin performs the Samawar (a Uygur term meaning "tea set") dance, a traditional Uygur greeting dance with a history dating back to the millennium-old ancient Qiuci State. His eyes shine brightly, and his smile is warm and welcoming. With a bronze pot and porcelain bowls balanced steadily on a plate over his head, his body spins smoothly, and his feet move as lightly as the wind. As he dances gracefully to the rhythm of traditional Uygur music, the surrounding audience burst into cheers from time to time. Kuqa, where the ancient Qiuci State was mainly located, was a vital hub along the ancient Silk Road, bustling with merchants and the tinkle of camel bells. Today the Qiuci Alley is a popular tourist destination in Kuqa. From noon till midnight every day, dan

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

This photo shows a view of the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, July 22, 2025. In the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Parhat Emin performs the Samawar (a Uygur term meaning "tea set") dance, a traditional Uygur greeting dance with a history dating back to the millennium-old ancient Qiuci State. His eyes shine brightly, and his smile is warm and welcoming. With a bronze pot and porcelain bowls balanced steadily on a plate over his head, his body spins smoothly, and his feet move as lightly as the wind. As he dances gracefully to the rhythm of traditional Uygur music, the surrounding audience burst into cheers from time to time. Kuqa, where the ancient Qiuci State was mainly located, was a vital hub along the ancient Silk Road, bustling with merchants and the tinkle of camel bells. Today the Qiuci Alley is a popular tourist destination in Kuqa. From noon till midnight every day, dances including the Samawar are performed

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

An artist performs the Samawar dance at the Grand Bazaar in Urumqi, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Sept. 9, 2025. In the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Parhat Emin performs the Samawar (a Uygur term meaning "tea set") dance, a traditional Uygur greeting dance with a history dating back to the millennium-old ancient Qiuci State. His eyes shine brightly, and his smile is warm and welcoming. With a bronze pot and porcelain bowls balanced steadily on a plate over his head, his body spins smoothly, and his feet move as lightly as the wind. As he dances gracefully to the rhythm of traditional Uygur music, the surrounding audience burst into cheers from time to time. Kuqa, where the ancient Qiuci State was mainly located, was a vital hub along the ancient Silk Road, bustling with merchants and the tinkle of camel bells. Today the Qiuci Alley is a popular tourist destination in Kuqa. From noon till midnight every day, dances including the Samawar are

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Parhat Emin performs the Samawar dance in the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, July 22, 2025. In the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Parhat Emin performs the Samawar (a Uygur term meaning "tea set") dance, a traditional Uygur greeting dance with a history dating back to the millennium-old ancient Qiuci State. His eyes shine brightly, and his smile is warm and welcoming. With a bronze pot and porcelain bowls balanced steadily on a plate over his head, his body spins smoothly, and his feet move as lightly as the wind. As he dances gracefully to the rhythm of traditional Uygur music, the surrounding audience burst into cheers from time to time. Kuqa, where the ancient Qiuci State was mainly located, was a vital hub along the ancient Silk Road, bustling with merchants and the tinkle of camel bells. Today the Qiuci Alley is a popular tourist destination in Kuqa. From noon till midnight every day, dances including the Samawar

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Parhat Emin performs the Samawar dance in the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, July 22, 2025. In the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Parhat Emin performs the Samawar (a Uygur term meaning "tea set") dance, a traditional Uygur greeting dance with a history dating back to the millennium-old ancient Qiuci State. His eyes shine brightly, and his smile is warm and welcoming. With a bronze pot and porcelain bowls balanced steadily on a plate over his head, his body spins smoothly, and his feet move as lightly as the wind. As he dances gracefully to the rhythm of traditional Uygur music, the surrounding audience burst into cheers from time to time. Kuqa, where the ancient Qiuci State was mainly located, was a vital hub along the ancient Silk Road, bustling with merchants and the tinkle of camel bells. Today the Qiuci Alley is a popular tourist destination in Kuqa. From noon till midnight every day, dances including the Samawar

Damascus International Fair After Assad’s Fall

Damascus International Fair After Assad’s Fall

A Kurdish girl dressed in traditional costume takes part in a Kurdish dance performance during the Damascus International Fair, the first edition after the fall of Bashar al-Assad. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Damascus International Fair After Assad’s Fall

Damascus International Fair After Assad’s Fall

A Kurdish girl dressed in traditional costume takes part in a Kurdish dance performance during the Damascus International Fair, the first edition after the fall of Bashar al-Assad. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Pride Walk in Agartala India - India

Pride Walk in Agartala India - India

People in traditional attire perform a street dance during a procession in Agartala, Tripura on August 9, 2025. The performance is part of the Pride Walk celebrations organised to raise awareness about the LGBTQ community. Photo by Abhisek Saha/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Pride Walk in Agartala India - India

Pride Walk in Agartala India - India

People in traditional attire perform a street dance during a procession in Agartala, Tripura on August 9, 2025. The performance is part of the Pride Walk celebrations organised to raise awareness about the LGBTQ community. Photo by Abhisek Saha/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Robot Performance at 2025 WAIC in Shanghai

Robot Performance at 2025 WAIC in Shanghai

Unitree Technology's robot dogs performed lion dance at the 2025 WAIC World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai, China on July 29, 2025.

Robot Performance at 2025 WAIC in Shanghai

Robot Performance at 2025 WAIC in Shanghai

Audience watched a humanoid robot perform a dance at the 2025 World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai, China on July 28, 2025.

Estonia's 28th Song Festival

Estonia's 28th Song Festival

06.07.2025, Tallinn. Estonia's Song and Dance Festival "Iseoma" culminated on Sunday with an almost seven-hour-long concert. More than 32,000 singers and musicians took part in the performance at the Song Festival Grounds in Tallinn. Photo Rasmus Rebase, Postimees

Estonia's 28th Song Festival

Estonia's 28th Song Festival

06.07.2025, Tallinn. Estonia's Song and Dance Festival "Iseoma" culminated on Sunday with an almost seven-hour-long concert. More than 32,000 singers and musicians took part in the performance at the Song Festival Grounds in Tallinn. Photo Tairo Lutter, Postimees

Estonia's 28th Song Festival

Estonia's 28th Song Festival

06.07.2025, Tallinn. Estonia's Song and Dance Festival "Iseoma" culminated on Sunday with an almost seven-hour-long concert. More than 32,000 singers and musicians took part in the performance at the Song Festival Grounds in Tallinn. Photo Tairo Lutter, Postimees

Estonia's 28th Song Festival

Estonia's 28th Song Festival

06.07.2025, Tallinn. Estonia's Song and Dance Festival "Iseoma" culminated on Sunday with an almost seven-hour-long concert. More than 32,000 singers and musicians took part in the performance at the Song Festival Grounds in Tallinn. Photo Tairo Lutter, Postimees