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Min opera, the only existing opera sung in the Fuzhou dialect, has more than 400 years of history.

As a major traditional opera form popular in Fuzhou, Fujian province, Min opera is very important for studying the development of local culture and theatre.

Min opera enjoys wide popularity for its melodious tunes, as well as for its rich collection of traditional and newly created repertoires. Check out the video to learn more about the charm of Min Opera, which has been designated as a national-level intangible cultural heritage item.