Temple fair comes to Hohhot
By Zhao Xiao (chinadaily.com.cn)
Updated: 2017-02-03
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Children take part in a traditional naoge performance. This type of folk performance usually involves acting, acrobatics, dancing and music. A 10-day temple fair commenced in Hohhot on Feb 2, to celebrate the Chinese Spring Festival and welcome the upcoming Lantern Festival. The temple fair features local traditional customs including folk performances, ancient handicrafts, and numerous local snacks. Now, flocking to temple fairs has been a routine for Chinese people during festivals. [Photo/Xinhua] |
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An elderly woman plays a diabolo during a temple fair held in Hohhot, Inner Mongolia autonomous region on Feb 2. A 10-day temple fair commenced in Hohhot on Feb 2, to celebrate the Chinese Spring Festival and welcome the upcoming Lantern Festival. The temple fair features local traditional customs including folk performances, ancient handicrafts, and numerous local snacks. Now, flocking to temple fairs has been a routine for Chinese people during festivals. [Photo/Xinhua] |
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