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21:45, 06-Mar-2019
Temple fair of 700 years showcases folk arts in central China
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A large number of people gathered at the traditional "God of Fire Temple Fair" in Huaxian County, central China's Henan Province, on Monday, which is held annually from the 27th to the 29th of the first lunar month. /VCG Photo
A large number of people gathered at the traditional "God of Fire Temple Fair" in Huaxian County, central China's Henan Province, on Monday, which is held annually from the 27th to the 29th of the first lunar month. /VCG Photo
The temple fair is held to greet the "God of Fire" to avoid fire emergencies and pray for safety in the Lunar New Year. /VCG Photo
The temple fair is held to greet the "God of Fire" to avoid fire emergencies and pray for safety in the Lunar New Year. /VCG Photo
Traditional Chinese elements, folk customs and local culture performances, including stilts, lion dance, fire dragon, martial arts and yangko dance, can all be seen during the temple fair. /VCG Photo
Traditional Chinese elements, folk customs and local culture performances, including stilts, lion dance, fire dragon, martial arts and yangko dance, can all be seen during the temple fair. /VCG Photo
With a history of over 700 years, the "God of Fire Temple Fair" has a huge influence in northern Henan. /VCG Photo
With a history of over 700 years, the "God of Fire Temple Fair" has a huge influence in northern Henan. /VCG Photo