What role does Drum Tower play in the lives of Dong people?

In the history of the Dong nationality, whenever important matters are discussed and contracts are signed, drums are used to call on the masses to resist the harassment of foreign officers and soldiers. Drums are played by the "head man" upstairs, and the drums resound through the valley in the village, so people can gather quickly. You can't go upstairs and play drums without doing anything.

Drum tower is a high-rise building in Dong village, imitating the shape of fir trees. Named after the drums upstairs, it is the hall where Dong people gather drums for meetings when they encounter major events. It is usually a social entertainment place and a festival gathering place for villagers. Dong culture can not be separated from Drum Tower, and the main activities are held in Drum Tower.

Drum Tower is the carrier and essence of Dong culture. Therefore, Dong culture is also called Drum Tower culture. The construction of Yufeng Bridge is not only conducive to traffic, rest and shelter from rain, making friends and enjoying the river view, but also beautifying the environment of Dong Village. Therefore, Yufeng Bridge is also called Flower Bridge.

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The architectural structure of Drum Tower;

The drum tower is connected by Chinese fir tenons, and the top columns are in the air, criss-crossing and overlapping. Layer-by-layer support adopts lever principle. Drum Tower Pool is an internal structure. No need for nails. Because of its compact and firm structure, it can last for hundreds of years. This fully shows the superb architectural skills of Dong craftsmen.

The main big beams and columns and the noodle shop for building the Drum Tower were chosen by the prestigious elders at home. The wood is fine, thick, uniform in height and long in age, which can be used for the construction of Drum Tower.

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