Zhongwan Dance or Cup Bowl Dance,  also called "Dazhongzi", is a traditional of dance of Mongolian, used to be a single woman's dance performed in festivals.
 

The dance was originated in the ancient people who won the battle during the war. They celebrated the banquet, clapped the festival, and beat the wine cup to help. It has evolved so far, and has developed into a hand-held wine cup and a colorful bowl above the head.

The performer holds one Zhongzi (a very small bowl) in each of his hands, grips its edge with his index and ring fingers, puts his middle finger in it and Supports it with his thumb. A space is left for sounds to come out.

When the performer shakes his wrist, gently, light, hurried, clear and melodious sounds like silver bells are heard. The dance requires high skill. In the beginning, the performer sits on the carpet, beats the wine cups lightly and begins dancing slowly. When he stands up, he stretches or crooks his arms, or encircles his chest.

In walking quickly, slowly or circling, he does not stop clinking his cups. When the rhythm becomes quicker, the performance is more wonderful. Audiences sing folk songs to liven the atmosphere. 

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