Climb a knife ladder

Climbing a knife ladder is a traditional custom of the Miao ethnic group and is performed by brave men on every major festival.

The knife ladder is made of two wooden poles that are more than 10 meters tall. There are 36 holes on each of the pole, and 36 steel blades through the holes. The steel blades are 45 centimeters long with the back of the blade of 0.5-1 cm. With the sharp cutting edge upwards, the steel blades are placed and tightened to avoid shaking. About 33 centimeters a stair, the knife ladder is comprised of 36 stairs. The top of the knife ladder is tied with various small colorful flags, symbolizing hope and victory.

The people who climb the knife ladder must have courage, technique and Kungfu training, as the blades become sharper and sharper from the bottom to the top of the ladder. The top blade on the ladder can cut hair as soon as it is put on the cutting edge. The climber also shows various breathtaking postures on the ladder.

Climbing the knife ladder is performed by brave and fearless men. It is a thrilling show displaying the Miao people's courage and self-sacrifice in their past lives.