The 7th Xianghu Lake Fish Festival opens on January 27 with great fanfare! As an important cultural event of the east China city of Hangzhou, the fish festival carries people's gratitude for the past and their vision for the upcoming Chinese New Year, exuding a strong festive atmosphere. Citizens and fishermen gather to cast and pull nets together, witnessing the joyous celebration of a bountiful harvest with countless fish.

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