At the foot of this magnificent Tianshan Mountains, there is a mysterious and unique people - the Tajiks, their hometown is known as the "roof of the world" of the Pamir Plateau, facing the majestic glaciers and the stars, here is the place where heaven and earth meet, in this place embraced by the sun and snow-capped mountains, the Tajiks with their unique culture and traditions, silently stick to this land, today we will bar this mysterious people, see their stories, listen to the ancient melody that echoes on the plateau
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Striking Tajiks
In the vast land of China, 56 ethnic groups have their own flavors, but the Tajik people have a refreshing uniqueness, as the only Caucasian ethnic group in China, their existence itself is a legend, in this modern society, although the wind and snow on the plateau are still raging, but the Tajik people with diligence and courage for this fairyland on earth to add a heavy color
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The beating rhythm tells the deep affection of history
In order to tell the story of the Tajik people, we need to lift the veil of history and travel through the tunnel of time, long ago, the ancestors of the Tajik people lived in the distant Iran plateau, went through repeated relocations, and finally settled in the Pamirs, such migrations are not to seek wealth, but to survive and reproduce, in this cold land, they are resilient and courageous, and they have become the Tajik people today
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As part of the Indo-European language family, the pronunciation of Tajik is like an eagle flying on the plateau, passing through time and space, transmitting ancient memories and emotions, although it is far from the language of the Han people in the Central Plains, the friendly relations between the two ethnic groups have never been interrupted, and the communication between each other has become as natural and smooth as water
Walking among the mountains and rivers of Tajilin, anyone can find that the appearance characteristics of the Tajik people are completely different from those of the Central Plains, with high nose bridges, big eyes, and deep eye sockets, and their images are like the epitome of the Caucasian race, which makes people feel in this diverse ethnic family: It turns out that every encounter in life is arranged by God
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Guardians of the frontiers of the motherland
Speaking of the Tajiks, it is impossible not to mention their loyalty and responsibility to the motherland, this is a place with steep terrain and changeable climate, the Tajiks are on the border, but have never flinched, in countless cold winter nights and hot summer days, they resolutely stick to the border, become an important guardian of the motherland's security, care about the motherland, protect their homeland, their existence is like a beam of light on the plateau, illuminating the hearts of countless people
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The deep friendship with the People's Liberation Army (PLA) has also added many touching chapters to this story, whether it is patrolling or maintaining stability, the Tajiks have always been enthusiastic to help, providing food and water, helping the PLA through many hardships, and in the long years, they have established a deep friendship with the soldiers, and it is in this cooperation that the Tajiks have interpreted in their own way what true patriotism is
It is worth mentioning that although they have a strict marriage system, this does not make the Tajik culture closed, on the contrary, their culture is flexible and rich in strictness, and the monogamy in marriage keeps the bloodline relatively pure, so they are very recognizable in appearance, and this cultural background gives them a unique blend of tradition and modernity
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The roots of culture
Historically, the Tajiks have a rich cultural tradition, and the combination of nomadism and agriculture on this plateau has led to a diverse and harmonious way of life, driving cattle and sheep up the mountains in the spring and returning the livestock to the villages in the autumn, a process that is not only a way of survival, but also an important expression of symbiosis with nature
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Many people may have heard of Tajik traditional music and dance, and the passionate melody will always make people can't help but dance along, they mainly use traditional instruments, such as dutar and drums, to play that timeless cheerful rhythm, group dance is an indispensable part of the festival, men, women and children in a circle, dancing to the rhythm, showing the joy of life
If you experience this scene at a festival or wedding, you will definitely be moved by the harmonious atmosphere and beautiful dancing, and at that moment, it seems that all the bitterness and bitterness have turned into laughter and connected each other's hearts
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In terms of clothing, the Tajik costumes are also eye-catching, men's loose robes and high hats, women's colorful long skirts and embroidered headscarves, all of which show their unique cultural heritage, and the neatly dressed Tajiks can always show their love for life and respect for tradition in every gathering
Resilience and optimism, a weaving of tradition and modernity
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The Tajik people who keep pace with the times have shown perseverance in adapting to modern society, and their young generation is receiving the baptism of modern education, re-examining traditions, and striving to contribute their wisdom to the revitalization of their hometowns
In recent years, the Tajik nationality with its unique culture and elegant scenery, gradually attracted more and more tourists to visit, traditional songs and dances, exquisite handicrafts, unique way of life has undoubtedly become a fanatical pursuit of tourists, exchanges and collisions between ethnic groups, but also gradually broaden people's horizons, the formation of a benign interaction of ecology
With the development of the times, the future of the Tajik people will be brighter, and they will continue to inherit and carry forward their culture and welcome new opportunities with a more open attitude
Conclusion
The Tajik people, as an important member of this multi-ethnic family, interpret the love for the motherland in their own way, whether in the long river of history or on the modern stage, the Tajik people have firmly guarded this land and played a unique role
Their story is not only a personal legend, but also the epitome of the unity and struggle of the Chinese nation, on this plateau, the harmonious coexistence of man and nature, and the friendly exchanges between people, have turned into a firm belief in the hearts of generations of Tajik people
We look forward to the future, this colorful nation in the changing times, continue to contribute to the prosperity and tranquility of the motherland in their own way, and hope that more people can enter the world of the Tajik people, feel their enthusiasm and tenacity, they are like the eagle soaring high in the sky, the heart of the fertile soil, let us praise this unique culture together!