Hakuna Group Music Performs Christmas Carols - Madrid

Hakuna Group Music Performs Christmas Carols - Madrid

The group Hakuna during their performance, from the balcony of the Real Casa de Correos, on December 22, 2025, in Madrid (Spain). The concert, free and outdoors, open to the public in the square until full capacity, is part of the program of Christmas Carols 'Navidad en Sol' of the Community of Madrid. They have performed five of the most representative themes of this movement born in 2012 with a repertoire that combines music, faith and youth. Photo by A. Pérez Meca / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Hakuna Group Music Performs Christmas Carols - Madrid

Hakuna Group Music Performs Christmas Carols - Madrid

The group Hakuna during their performance, from the balcony of the Real Casa de Correos, on December 22, 2025, in Madrid (Spain). The concert, free and outdoors, open to the public in the square until full capacity, is part of the program of Christmas Carols 'Navidad en Sol' of the Community of Madrid. They have performed five of the most representative themes of this movement born in 2012 with a repertoire that combines music, faith and youth. Photo by A. Pérez Meca / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Hakuna Group Music Performs Christmas Carols - Madrid

Hakuna Group Music Performs Christmas Carols - Madrid

The group Hakuna during their performance, from the balcony of the Real Casa de Correos, on December 22, 2025, in Madrid (Spain). The concert, free and outdoors, open to the public in the square until full capacity, is part of the program of Christmas Carols 'Navidad en Sol' of the Community of Madrid. They have performed five of the most representative themes of this movement born in 2012 with a repertoire that combines music, faith and youth. Photo by A. Pérez Meca / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Hakuna Group Music Performs Christmas Carols - Madrid

Hakuna Group Music Performs Christmas Carols - Madrid

The group Hakuna during their performance, from the balcony of the Real Casa de Correos, on December 22, 2025, in Madrid (Spain). The concert, free and outdoors, open to the public in the square until full capacity, is part of the program of Christmas Carols 'Navidad en Sol' of the Community of Madrid. They have performed five of the most representative themes of this movement born in 2012 with a repertoire that combines music, faith and youth. Photo by A. Pérez Meca / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Kraftwerk

Kraftwerk

18.11.2025, Tallinn. German electronic music legend Kraftwerk performing at the Alexela Concert Hall in Tallinn. The performance was part of Kraftwerk's global Multimedia Tour which celebrates the group's journey since their breakthrough album Autobahn (1974). Photo: Dmitri Kotjuh / Järva Teataja

Kraftwerk

Kraftwerk

18.11.2025, Tallinn. German electronic music legend Kraftwerk performing at the Alexela Concert Hall in Tallinn. The performance was part of Kraftwerk's global Multimedia Tour which celebrates the group's journey since their breakthrough album Autobahn (1974). Photo: Dmitri Kotjuh / Järva Teataja

Kraftwerk

Kraftwerk

18.11.2025, Tallinn. German electronic music legend Kraftwerk performing at the Alexela Concert Hall in Tallinn. The performance was part of Kraftwerk's global Multimedia Tour which celebrates the group's journey since their breakthrough album Autobahn (1974). Photo: Dmitri Kotjuh / Järva Teataja

Kraftwerk

Kraftwerk

18.11.2025, Tallinn. German electronic music legend Kraftwerk performing at the Alexela Concert Hall in Tallinn. The performance was part of Kraftwerk's global Multimedia Tour which celebrates the group's journey since their breakthrough album Autobahn (1974). Photo: Dmitri Kotjuh / Järva Teataja

Kraftwerk

Kraftwerk

18.11.2025, Tallinn. German electronic music legend Kraftwerk performing at the Alexela Concert Hall in Tallinn. The performance was part of Kraftwerk's global Multimedia Tour which celebrates the group's journey since their breakthrough album Autobahn (1974). Photo: Dmitri Kotjuh / Järva Teataja

Kraftwerk

Kraftwerk

18.11.2025, Tallinn. German electronic music legend Kraftwerk performing at the Alexela Concert Hall in Tallinn. The performance was part of Kraftwerk's global Multimedia Tour which celebrates the group's journey since their breakthrough album Autobahn (1974). Photo: Dmitri Kotjuh / Järva Teataja

Kraftwerk

Kraftwerk

18.11.2025, Tallinn. German electronic music legend Kraftwerk performing at the Alexela Concert Hall in Tallinn. The performance was part of Kraftwerk's global Multimedia Tour which celebrates the group's journey since their breakthrough album Autobahn (1974). Photo: Dmitri Kotjuh / Järva Teataja

Kraftwerk

Kraftwerk

18.11.2025, Tallinn. German electronic music legend Kraftwerk performing at the Alexela Concert Hall in Tallinn. The performance was part of Kraftwerk's global Multimedia Tour which celebrates the group's journey since their breakthrough album Autobahn (1974). Photo: Dmitri Kotjuh / Järva Teataja

Kraftwerk

Kraftwerk

18.11.2025, Tallinn. German electronic music legend Kraftwerk performing at the Alexela Concert Hall in Tallinn. The performance was part of Kraftwerk's global Multimedia Tour which celebrates the group's journey since their breakthrough album Autobahn (1974). Photo: Dmitri Kotjuh / Järva Teataja

Kraftwerk

Kraftwerk

18.11.2025, Tallinn. German electronic music legend Kraftwerk performing at the Alexela Concert Hall in Tallinn. The performance was part of Kraftwerk's global Multimedia Tour which celebrates the group's journey since their breakthrough album Autobahn (1974). Photo: Dmitri Kotjuh / Järva Teataja

Kraftwerk

Kraftwerk

18.11.2025, Tallinn. German electronic music legend Kraftwerk performing at the Alexela Concert Hall in Tallinn. The performance was part of Kraftwerk's global Multimedia Tour which celebrates the group's journey since their breakthrough album Autobahn (1974). Photo: Dmitri Kotjuh / Järva Teataja

Kraftwerk

Kraftwerk

18.11.2025, Tallinn. German electronic music legend Kraftwerk performing at the Alexela Concert Hall in Tallinn. The performance was part of Kraftwerk's global Multimedia Tour which celebrates the group's journey since their breakthrough album Autobahn (1974). Photo: Dmitri Kotjuh / Järva Teataja

Kraftwerk

Kraftwerk

18.11.2025, Tallinn. German electronic music legend Kraftwerk performing at the Alexela Concert Hall in Tallinn. The performance was part of Kraftwerk's global Multimedia Tour which celebrates the group's journey since their breakthrough album Autobahn (1974). Photo: Dmitri Kotjuh / Järva Teataja

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)

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

LALEH BORGHOLM

LALEH BORGHOLM

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US: Mariachi Band Preforms During Anti-ICE Protest in San Antonio, Texas

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Music project Mother presented on Mothers Day in Ivano-Frankivsk

Music project Mother presented on Mothers Day in Ivano-Frankivsk

Charity musical project Mother presented by the artists of the National Opera of Ukraine on Mothers Day and the 363rd anniversary of the founding of Ivano-Frankivsk at the Ivan Franko Academic Drama Theater, Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine, on May 7, 2025 (Photo by Yurii Rylchuk/Ukrinform)

Music project Mother presented on Mothers Day in Ivano-Frankivsk

Music project Mother presented on Mothers Day in Ivano-Frankivsk

Charity musical project Mother presented by the artists of the National Opera of Ukraine on Mothers Day and the 363rd anniversary of the founding of Ivano-Frankivsk at the Ivan Franko Academic Drama Theater, Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine, on May 7, 2025 (Photo by Yurii Rylchuk/Ukrinform)

Music project Mother presented on Mothers Day in Ivano-Frankivsk

Music project Mother presented on Mothers Day in Ivano-Frankivsk

Charity musical project Mother presented by the artists of the National Opera of Ukraine on Mothers Day and the 363rd anniversary of the founding of Ivano-Frankivsk at the Ivan Franko Academic Drama Theater, Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine, on May 7, 2025 (Photo by Yurii Rylchuk/Ukrinform)

Music project Mother presented on Mothers Day in Ivano-Frankivsk

Music project Mother presented on Mothers Day in Ivano-Frankivsk

Charity musical project Mother presented by the artists of the National Opera of Ukraine on Mothers Day and the 363rd anniversary of the founding of Ivano-Frankivsk at the Ivan Franko Academic Drama Theater, Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine, on May 7, 2025 (Photo by Yurii Rylchuk/Ukrinform)

Music project Mother presented on Mothers Day in Ivano-Frankivsk

Music project Mother presented on Mothers Day in Ivano-Frankivsk

Charity musical project Mother presented by the artists of the National Opera of Ukraine on Mothers Day and the 363rd anniversary of the founding of Ivano-Frankivsk at the Ivan Franko Academic Drama Theater, Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine, on May 7, 2025 (Photo by Yurii Rylchuk/Ukrinform)

Music project Mother presented on Mothers Day in Ivano-Frankivsk

Music project Mother presented on Mothers Day in Ivano-Frankivsk

Charity musical project Mother presented by the artists of the National Opera of Ukraine on Mothers Day and the 363rd anniversary of the founding of Ivano-Frankivsk at the Ivan Franko Academic Drama Theater, Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine, on May 7, 2025 (Photo by Yurii Rylchuk/Ukrinform)

Music project Mother presented on Mothers Day in Ivano-Frankivsk

Music project Mother presented on Mothers Day in Ivano-Frankivsk

Charity musical project Mother presented by the artists of the National Opera of Ukraine on Mothers Day and the 363rd anniversary of the founding of Ivano-Frankivsk at the Ivan Franko Academic Drama Theater, Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine, on May 7, 2025 (Photo by Yurii Rylchuk/Ukrinform)

Music project Mother presented on Mothers Day in Ivano-Frankivsk

Music project Mother presented on Mothers Day in Ivano-Frankivsk

Charity musical project Mother presented by the artists of the National Opera of Ukraine on Mothers Day and the 363rd anniversary of the founding of Ivano-Frankivsk at the Ivan Franko Academic Drama Theater, Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine, on May 7, 2025 (Photo by Yurii Rylchuk/Ukrinform)

Music project Mother presented on Mothers Day in Ivano-Frankivsk

Music project Mother presented on Mothers Day in Ivano-Frankivsk

Host of the concert, author of the lyrics Valentyna Donchenko-Butkovska is seen on the stage during the charity musical project Mother presented on Mothers Day and the 363rd anniversary of the founding of Ivano-Frankivsk at the Ivan Franko Academic Drama Theater, Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine, on May 7, 2025 (Photo by Yurii Rylchuk/Ukrinform)

Music project Mother presented on Mothers Day in Ivano-Frankivsk

Music project Mother presented on Mothers Day in Ivano-Frankivsk

Charity musical project Mother presented by the artists of the National Opera of Ukraine on Mothers Day and the 363rd anniversary of the founding of Ivano-Frankivsk at the Ivan Franko Academic Drama Theater, Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine, on May 7, 2025 (Photo by Yurii Rylchuk/Ukrinform)