Donning traditional outfit, residents of the Sanbao Dong Village in Rongjiang County, southwest China’s Guizhou Province, attended the Sama Festival on Tuesday. /VCG Photo

The Dong ethnic minority marched through the streets of Rongjiang County to the beat of folk music. /VCG Photo

The Sama Festival commemorates the female ancestors of the ethnic group. The celebration was listed as one of China's intangible cultural heritages in 2006. /VCG Photo

“Sa” means “grandmother” and “Ma” means “great” – the festival’s name reflects the respect locals have for their female ancestors. /VCG Photo