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Beijing Opera (Beijing Travel Guide) |
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Beijing Opera (Beijing Travel Guide) |
| Beijing Opera |
| Beijing Opera is the national quintessence of China. It has got its name because it was formed in Beijing. |
| Beijing Opera has nearly 200 years' history. It has beautiful and unique aria and dance. And also, it has the still of Wushu. The singing of Beijing Opera is very tasteful, the tune and the dialogue are musical. |
| The different faces that symbolize the characters and fates are one of the big distinguishing features of Beijing Opera. Red faces are commendatory, they mean faithful and brave. Black faces are neutral, they mean powerful and intelligent. Blue and green faces are both neutral too, they mean fraudulent. Yellow and white faces are derogatory; they mean cruel and tricky. Golden and silver faces are mysterious, they represent monsters. In fact, the mystical faces, the beautiful and brilliant clothes and ornaments are precious work of art. |