The lament "Eighteen Songs of a Nomad Flute" is attributed to her. This cultural encounter is among the most lyrical documents in the history of Turkic-Chinese contact.
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Frequently asked questions
- What was Cai Wenji and Xiongnu Musical Culture?
- The best-known example of the tradition of the "Chinese lady taken captive by the Xiongnu": Cai Wenji (Cai Yan) spent twelve years among the Southern Xiongnu, married a chanyu and bore two children; Cao Cao had her ransomed back.
- When did Cai Wenji and Xiongnu Musical Culture happen?
- 178 CE
- Where did Cai Wenji and Xiongnu Musical Culture take place?
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