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Live: Boluo Dan Temple Fair in Guangzhou celebrates South Sea God's birthday
Live: Boluo Dan Temple Fair in Guangzhou celebrates South Sea God's birthday

Guangzhou is one of the most important stops on the ancient Maritime Silk Road. Since ancient times, each year on the birthday of the South Sea God, or "Boluo Dan", local residents gather at the South Sea God Temple to pray for safe travel by sea and a prosperous year. In modern days, the Guangzhou Folk Culture Festival coincides with Boluo Dan celebrations and temple fair, showcasing local art, culture and cuisines. Join CGTN as we take you through one of the highlights of this year's temple fair, the Intangible Cultural Heritage section, and discover the stories of the local cultural heritage.

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Live: Boluo Dan Temple Fair in Guangzhou celebrates South Sea God's birthday

Guangzhou is one of the most important stops on the ancient Maritime Silk Road. Since ancient times, each year on the birthday of the South Sea God, or "Boluo Dan", local residents gather at the South Sea God Temple to pray for safe travel by sea and a prosperous year. In modern days, the Guangzhou Folk Culture Festival coincides with Boluo Dan celebrations and temple fair, showcasing local art, culture and cuisines. Join CGTN as we take you through one of the highlights of this year's temple fair, the Intangible Cultural Heritage section, and discover the stories of the local cultural heritage.