2026.04.03 11:41 GMT+8

Too pretty to eat, but you can! Check out Qingming 'cold swallow' buns

Updated 2026.04.03 11:41 GMT+8
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As Qingming nears, a delicate tradition takes flight in northern Shanxi – "cold swallow" buns hung to welcome spring and invite good fortune. Handcrafted, steamed, and air-dried, these intricate treats blur the line between festive decoration and edible art.

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