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"Feitao" in the Maonan language is a general term describing Maonan activities related to vow repayment. The Feitao dance was originally used for rituals, but has now become a colorful folk activity integrating with oral literature, folk songs, drama, dance, music, and other artistic elements of the Maonan ethnic group. "Feitao" has many categories, including songs, dance, stories, and mask carving. It was listed as a national intangible cultural heritage on May 20, 2006.