Yesterday the official opening ceremony of the International dance Festival in South Korea took place. The ceremony began with performance by Korean artists, who performed vividly and professionally, introducing the participants in the festival with their dance art. The mayor of the city and the president of the city council presented good wishes to the contestant collectives. Leaders of the collectives also presented greetings. The Tuvans brought a present for the mayor: national men's' hat. The artistic leader presented a speech, which divulged the depth of vivid folk culture of Tuva.

In the next few days, the contest and other performances will begin, which will be observed by the citizens of Cheonan.

Newly arrived teams are already starting rehearsals, going on shopping-tours and sight-seeing excursions. Tuvan ensemble "Sayany" has a bit of an advantage before the others. They arrived earlier, and already before the beginning of the festival they have fulfilled the planned entertainment program of the festival. "Sayany" also has the opportunity to get acquainted with the festival location ahead of time, and to adjust their performances to the real dimension of the stages.