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2025.01.13 15:03 GMT+8

Wuhan's Maomiaoji Temple Fair brims with festive spirit

Updated 2025.01.13 15:03 GMT+8
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The three-day Maomiaoji Temple Fair, which kicked off on January 10, has brought vibrant New Year energy to Maomiaoji, a historic street that now serves as a bustling leisure block in Wuhan, central China's Hubei Province.

A showcase of Spring Festival couplets is seen at the Maomiaoji Temple Fair in Wuhan, Hubei Province on January 10, 2025. /VCG

A dance performance is held at the Maomiaoji Temple Fair in Wuhan, Hubei Province on January 10, 2025. /VCG

A local culinary competition is held at the Maomiaoji Temple Fair in Wuhan, Hubei Province on January 10, 2025. /VCG

The event featured a variety of activities, including folk performances, displays of intangible cultural heritage crafts, and the distribution of Spring Festival couplets. More than 100 food stalls and preparation areas offered a delicious array of treats, with local specialties proving particularly popular with visitors.

Children pose for photos with lion dance performers at the Maomiaoji Temple Fair in Wuhan, Hubei Province on January 10, 2025. /VCG

Visitors buy specialty agricultural products at the Maomiaoji Temple Fair in Wuhan, Hubei Province on January 10, 2025. /VCG

Dating back to the Shang Dynasty (1600–1046 BC), Maomiaoji runs for some 800 meters and is lined with residential buildings showcasing ancient architectural styles. Its rich historical legacy serves as the perfect backdrop for the festive atmosphere.

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