It used to be a place for eminent monks to preach scriptures, but now it is a venue for performing primitive tribal culture. The scenic spot specially invites the ancient Wa ethnic actors of Yunnan Province to perform stunts such as climbing the mountain of knives and stepping on the glass, as well as ancient ethnic songs and dances.
Wa is an ancient ethnic group in the south of China. The Wa people are simple, enthusiastic and unrestrained. For thousands of years, the Wa people have created a splendid and unique national culture on this land. They are bold and unconstrained, and they can talk and sing, walk and dance. They can dance with their hands, feet and even their hair. Singing and dancing have naturally become one of the carriers of Wa culture.
Wa dance is formed in the traditional sacrifice, life, production and labor of the Wa people. For the Wa people, dance is not a performance but a way of their life. Watching Wa dance is like opening a vivid historical picture. They tell people about the way of life of the primitive ancestors and express their respect for gods and life. The connotation of the movements, the belief expressed in the dance, the sacred meaning of the instruments and their living fossil function all have high artistic value.
