Aside from their food, the most distinctive cultural symbol for the Uyghurs here in Xinjiang is their traditional dance. For many years now Uyghur dance troupes have traveled all over the world showing off three very important parts of their heritage: costume, music, and movement. On their own each of these display a beauty unique to the Uyghur people while together it creates an absolutely fascinating display of local customs.
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