Dai customs

The Dai nationality is one of the ethnic minorities in China, with rich and colorful customs and cultures. From their weddings, funerals, festivals and celebrations, we can get a glimpse of their unique lifestyle and customs. Dai customs are amazing. Let's have a look!

The wedding of the Dai people is very grand and lively. The bride will wear gorgeous traditional clothes, a crown and a red wedding dress. The groom will wear traditional Dai costumes and hold an ivory handle knife symbolizing long-term love. At the subsequent ceremony, parents of both sides will witness and bless, and relatives and friends will be immersed in the festive atmosphere. What impressed me most at the wedding was "eating hot pot". After the couple successfully completed this link, it means that they can spend a lifetime together and are considered to have a happy family.

Besides weddings, the funeral customs of Dai people are also unique. After death, the Dai people will hold a grand funeral. Relatives and friends will wear white mourning clothes, white crowns, candlesticks and flowers. They will send the deceased the last journey, worship and offer flowers in front of the cemetery. This process symbolizes the memory and respect for the deceased. After the funeral ceremony, relatives and friends will also hold banquets and cultural performances to commemorate the life of the deceased with food and laughter.

There are also many important festivals and celebrations of the Dai people, the most famous of which is the Water Splashing Festival. The Water-Splashing Festival is a grand celebration held from March 15 to 17 of the lunar calendar every year. On this festival, people will splash water on each other to celebrate the arrival of the New Year. The whole village is full of joy and happiness. People sing and dance, set off firecrackers, eat delicious food, play traditional games and so on. During the Songkran Festival, the Dai people will also hold a series of blessing activities to pray for peace and happiness in the coming year. This festival is not only a time for the Dai people to unite and celebrate, but also attracts many tourists to experience the unique Dai culture.

Here are some introductions about Dai customs. Dai people are famous for their unique and colorful customs and culture. Whether it is weddings, funerals or festivals, they all show their love for life and the attitude of pursuing happiness. If you have the opportunity to participate, I believe you will be moved by their warm and hospitable treatment. So, you might as well go to A Dai settlement at an appropriate time and experience this beautiful and mysterious national culture for yourself! Remember to bring your favorite camera and record these unforgettable moments!