Xiaohuang Dong Village is located more than 20 kilometers away from the county seat. It is a collective term for the three administrative villages of Xiaohuang, Gaohuang, and Xinqian, with a total of 662 households and over 3000 people. Xiaohuang is surrounded by green mountains, and a small stream slowly flows through the village. The hanging wooden tower is nestled between the mountains and the water.
Xiaohuang is a well-known "Dong Ge Wo" in the Dong ethnic region. The Xiaohuang Dong song is called "Ga Xiaohuang" in the Dong language, meaning "the song of Xiaohuang", which shows its own system and unique charm. The locals have another saying: 'Eating nourishes the body, singing nourishes the heart.'.
The history of the Dong people and the hardships of their ancestors are passed down to the next generation through songs. Dong ethnic group's big song is a multi part unaccompanied choral piece. In Xiaohuang, almost anyone can form a team to sing the big song, and the singing team does not need to specify who sings the high and low notes, but they can cooperate seamlessly during singing.
There are actually 26 singing teams in the whole village. Xiao Huang Dong Ge has performed in France before. Xiao Huang Dong songs are usually sung alone or in pairs, and can also be heard in chorus with a few people. Dong ethnic songs can only be heard during festivals.
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Address: Xiaohuang Village, Gaozeng Township, Congjiang County, Qiandongnan Prefecture
Opening Hours: all day throughout the year
Admission ticket: CNY12-30