The Nianli Festival in Maoming is a traditional cultural heritage with a long history and distinctive characteristics. Centered around sacrificial rituals, it integrates various art forms such as rich customs, poetry, and painting, demonstrating profound cultural value and prospects. The purpose of this paper is to spread the positive and healthy spiritual values of Nianli rural culture through the investigation and research of Nianli sacrificial rituals and social customs, achieving the subtle educational and guiding role of Nianli culture on the masses. Various research methods such as literature review, survey research, and data analysis are employed. The study process reveals that the value of this traditional culture lies not only in inheritance and preservation but also in dialogue and integration with modern society. It reminds people to cherish the spirit and wisdom of traditional life while also encouraging them to find balance and integration in modern life. The inheritance and development of Maoming's Nianli Festival not only contribute to the promotion of traditional Chinese culture but also provide valuable resources for the development of local tourism and cultural exchange. The unique charm, rich artistic expressions, and profound cultural values of Maoming's Nianli Festival prompt deeper contemplation on traditional and modern life. Therefore, the research results indicate that by protecting and developing this precious cultural heritage, one can enrich people's spiritual lives and promote social harmony and development. What sets Maoming's Nianli Festival apart is its ability to inherit history and tradition while being closely connected to modern life, showcasing the diversity and inclusiveness of culture. The prospects and reflections on Maoming's Nianli Festival go beyond the traditional level and provide new perspectives and possibilities for future cultural development.

Lin Chao, Noor Hafiza Ismail. The Performance Forms and Cultural Values of Maoming Nianli Festival. Frontiers in Art Research (2023) Vol. 5, Issue 10: 48-55. https://doi.org/10.25236/FAR.2023.051009.

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