Hand-painted colorful dapu drums

Hand-painted colorful dapu drums

　　Xinjiang’s colorful dapu drums have caught the focused attention of many out-of-town visitors. According to Nurmemet, who sells travel products at the Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar, these newly launched colorful dapu drums, also known as hand drums, are hand-painted by skilled artisans, with prices ranging from around 50 to over 100 yuan. As the dapu drum is one of the Uyghur people's favorite percussion instruments, it can be used both as an accompaniment for singing and dancing and as an indoor decoration. It is highly practical, has both ornamental and collectible value, is easy to carry, and features strong ethnic craftsmanship—making it especially popular among domestic and international tourists. Many locals even choose this decorative item as a gift for friends and family when visiting inland areas.