2010 Chinese New Year
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Temple Fair in Beijing
For foreigners, temple fair is definitely a cultural experience, because it shows Chinese culture from a very detailed perspective. While enjoying the samplings of Chinese delicacies, you can appreciate craftsmanship and artworks displayed by local artisans.
During the festival period, everyone goes back to their hometown and spends several days with family, and people hold many celebrations.
Beijing has several fairs during the period. The fairs are held at various ancient temples, so they are called "temple fairs." Temple fairs, originated along with the development of Buddhist and Taoist activities, are a kind of mass gatherings that integrate religious worship, entertainment and commerce.
In Beijing, temple fairs, which are traditional cultural events featuring all kinds of Chinese folk activities, are one of the most important and grand activities during the Spring Festival. For those who haven't got the time to travel outside Beijing, taking part in temple fairs might be quite enjoyable. Here is a list of temple fairs that will be held during the Spring Festival:
1 Temple Fair at the Temple of Earth
Time: From February 14, 2010.
Place: Ditan (The Temple of Earth) Park.
Activities: a folk flower fair, an acrobatic show, Quyi performances, a fashion show, a tea serving, and a puppet show, as well as other activities.
2 Temple Fair at White Cloud Taoist Temple
Time:From February 15, 2010.
Place: White Cloud Taoist Temple.
Activities: folk art performances, snacks with local flavor, and an exhibition of Taoist culture.
3 Temple Fair at Changdian
Time: From February 15, 2010.
Place: From the Hepingmen intersection of South Xinhua Street, Xuwu District to the Culture Square along Hufang Road through the Hufang Bridge Intersection to the south.
Activities: a variety show, a cross-talk show, a traditional lion dance, a stilt dance, and Lion Dancing, rickshaw, and folk wedding performances, as well as other activities.
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