Ma Xiao Rolling Lanterns were created by the people of Lin’an County to welcome Empress Dowager Xiao Hui during her provincial visit. Made of pine wood and bamboo, they are crafted into disc shapes with long sticks at their axes and adorned with fabric decorated with beautiful patterns. This form of lantern is not only […]
The Blue Lion Lantern of Lin’an, a unique traditional folk cultural activity in Tuankou Town, Lin’an District, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, has become a shared cultural memory for local people and beyond due to its unique charm and profound historical and cultural significance. The perfect combination of the Blue Lion and lantern not only provides the audience
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In the town of Tuankou, located in the southwest of Lin’an City, Hangzhou, a ancient and mysterious art form has been passed down to this day, known as the Divine Beast Lantern. This is a familial ritualistic lantern dance, renowned for its unique style and profound cultural significance, attracting countless admirers. Situated at the border
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The Red-Haired Lion, a name well-known in the vicinity of Fenghuangshan at the foot of the Phoenix Mountain in Tuan Kou Town, Lin’an City, is more commonly referred to as the “Transforming Lion.” Every festive occasion or joyous event in the village calls for the performance of this Red-Haired Lion dance troupe, bringing an unparalleled
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The Wei Tang Da Lian Fa, also known as Wei Tang Acrobatics, is a traditional folk acrobatic performance art that originated in Weizhong Village, Weitang Street, Jiashan County. It is also considered a form of folk dance. The main props used in this performance are wooden mallets, approximately 30 centimeters long, called “hammers,” as well
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The “Liangzhou Attacking Drum Dance” is a folk drumming and dancing art form passed down in the northern villages of Liangzhou District, Wuwei City, Gansu Province, especially in the Siba Town area. This art form has a history of nearly 2000 years and is considered to be a remnant of ancient military expeditions. According to
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A ceiling is a component used in buildings to cover the top, and a domed ceiling is specifically referred to as a “coffered ceiling.” Each square of the coffered ceiling is metaphorically called a “well” and is decorated with exquisite patterns, carvings, and paintings, hence the name coffered ceiling. This term first appeared in Han
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Zhoushan Archipelago, located in the eastern waters of China, is the country’s largest archipelago. With abundant water sources, a unique water-fetching tradition called “Carrying the Well Maiden” has developed among the locals, making it one of the most distinctive and mysterious customs in the region. The tradition of Carrying the Well Maiden originated from folk
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“Jiao” is an ancient Chinese wine vessel that originated and developed during the pre-Qin period, used for pouring and serving wine. Similar in form to a “Jue,” it lacks a pouring spout and a column. Initially a common wine-serving vessel, it was intended for use by lower-ranking nobility. The excavation and preservation of “Jiao” artifacts
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Yezixi Play, also known as “Leaf Cards” or “Yezi Ge,” is an ancient Chinese card game that dates back to the Tang Dynasty. After centuries of development, it gradually became a popular form of entertainment. Yezi Ge is an ancient Chinese card game, similar to “Sheng Guan Tu,” played with dice. Its origin can be traced
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