Arts and dance entertain townships in Lijiang

A pair of performers sing to the accompaniment of the Sanxian (a three-stringed plucked instrument). [Photo by He Hongyan/xinhuanet.com.cn]

Performers dance to the traditional instrument in praise of their hometown. [Photo by He Hongyan/xinhuanet.com.cn]

A group dance is performed by women wearing traditional costumes. [Photo by He Hongyan/xinhuanet.com.cn]