The Maotou Lion,originating from Conghua,Guangzhou,is a traditional lion dance rooted in Hakka culture,recognized as a Chinese intangible cultural heritage. Known for its cat-like lion head,it combines the lion's strength with the cat's agility,serving both as an art form and a symbol of protection and blessing. This paper explores its history,design,performance style,and social role,while addressing challenges like declining inheritors and modernization. It proposes strategies such as artistic innovation and government support to revitalize and preserve the Maotou Lion in modern society.
maotou lionhakka cultureintangible cultural heritage