Fogang Intangible Cultural Heritage —— Integration of Tradition and Modernity
Fogang, a small county located in Qingyuan City, Guangdong Province, is rich in intangible culture, although the place is small. These precious cultural heritages not only represent the wisdom and skills handed down from generation to generation by the people of Fogang, but also are the treasures of the 5,000-year civilization of the Chinese nation.
1, dragon and lion
In Fogang, dragon and lion dances are called "peace music", which means auspiciousness and joy. These two dances have different styles. Dragon dance pays attention to the change and coordination of formation, while lion dance pays more attention to imitating the movements and demeanor of lions. Whether it is a dragon dance or a lion dance, people are longing for a better life and looking forward to the new year.
2. Hakka glutinous rice chicken
Speaking of Fogang's intangible culture, we have to mention Hakka glutinous rice chicken. This delicious food is made of local high-quality glutinous rice and native chicken. After a unique cooking process, it is delicious and nutritious. Nowadays, Hakka glutinous rice chicken has gone out of Fogang and become a gourmet business card in Qingyuan and even Guangdong.
3. Bamboo horse dance
Bamboo and horse dance is another representative non-legacy culture in Fogang. The dance takes bamboo horses as props, and performers ride on bamboo horses to make various difficult movements, such as "Golden Rooster Independence" and "Dragonfly Water". Bamboo and horse dance has attracted the attention of countless audiences with its unique performance form and exquisite skills.
4. Tofu making skills
Fogang's tofu making skill is also a precious intangible culture. Local people choose high-quality soybeans, and after soaking, grinding and filtering, tofu is made, which has a delicate export feeling and rich nutrition. This technology not only inherits the ancient production method, but also incorporates modern technology, making the tofu in Fogang a local delicacy.
5. He Lou Song
"Song of the Tower" is an ancient folk song in Fogang, which is usually sung in the busy farming season. The lyrics are rich and varied, which not only describe farming life, but also impart moral concepts and philosophy of life. With its unique rhythm and sincere feelings, "Song of the Helou" has become a cultural heritage handed down from generation to generation by Fogang people.
6. Shichuangling Site
Shichuangling site is a long-standing cultural heritage of Fogang, which has a history of more than 2,000 years according to research. A large number of ancient stone tools and pottery are preserved here, which is of great significance to the study of ancient civilization and historical evolution in Lingnan area.
7. Fogang County Hakka Culture Museum
Fogang County Hakka Culture Museum is a museum with the theme of displaying Hakka culture. A large number of historical relics and folk products are displayed in the museum, which vividly shows the origin, development and influence of Hakka culture. Visitors here can deeply appreciate the charm of Hakka culture and feel the hard-working, simple and tenacious spirit of Hakka people.
8. Ancient buildings in Shuitou Village
Shuitou Village Ancient Architecture Complex is one of the best preserved ancient architecture complexes in Fogang County, which has high historical and cultural value. These ancient buildings, mainly ancestral halls and folk houses, were mostly built in the Ming and Qing Dynasties, reflecting the characteristics of architectural technology and aesthetic fashion at that time. Visitors can appreciate the charm of ancient buildings here and feel the profound cultural heritage of Shuitou Village.
These intangible cultures are the precious wealth of the people in Fogang and the treasure of the 5,000-year civilization of the Chinese nation. We have the responsibility to inherit and carry forward these cultural treasures so that more people can understand and appreciate their charm. Only in this way can we better protect and inherit these precious cultural heritages.