Traditional folk performances and cultural experiences are enhancing the festive vibe as people in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region and central China's Hubei Province celebrate the Chinese New Year.
The Yongzhou Ancient City tourist attraction in Nanning City of Guangxi has received over 1.46 million visitors.
During the holiday season, dragon and lion dances wind through crowds at the tourist spots, symbolizing prosperity.
Besides traditional cultural performances, tourists immerse themselves in woodblock rubbing, traditional snacks, arrow tossing, and traditional handmade craftsmanship like making handbags and pony-shaped toys, blending traditional New Year flavor with ethnic charm.
"We are from Wuxi. I think this really represents Chinese culture well and has a strong local flavor. We're looking for some gifts to bring back for our friends, as a way to show our support for the culture," said Zhang Liangjie, a visitor from east China's Jiangsu Province.
On Saturday, a grand dragon team was dancing, weaving through the main streets of Hubei's Huanggang City to perform for local residents who lined the streets.
"Today I came to see these 36 'dragons' in person. I have brought my family along to soak up this festive atmosphere," said Xie Liqi, a local resident.
In Hubei's Macheng City, a 100-meter-long dragon dance team snaked through streets, creating a vibrant atmosphere of the Chinese New Year.
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