Move over, TikTok challenges—the real viral trend is 360 years old! In Anshan Village (Zhejiang Province), locals kicked off 2025’s Year of the Snake celebrations with a jaw-dropping 'wooden stool dragon' dance. Imagine 360 meters of linked stools snaking through lantern-lit streets like a living puzzle—no CGI needed!
Tradition Meets TikTok Era
Called ban deng long, this folk art turns humble stools into a symbol of unity and power. Villagers carried the dragon for hours, proving ancient traditions still slay in the age of viral reels. 'It’s like a giant cultural group project,' laughed one participant, 'but way cooler than your high school diorama.'
Why Snakes Love Stools
2025’s Lunar New Year (starting Feb. 10) honors the snake—a symbol of wisdom in Chinese culture. But in Xianju County, dragons steal the show: their wooden beast represents community strength. 'Every stool is a family’s story,' explained elder Chen Wei. 'Together, they become something magical.'
PS: Mark your calendars—next year’s festivities will include lion dances, temple fairs, and enough dumplings to break the internet.
In Anshan Village (Zhejiang Province), locals kicked off 2025’s Year of the Snake celebrations with a jaw-dropping 'wooden stool dragon' dance. Imagine 360 meters of linked stools snaking through lantern-lit streets like a living puzzle—no CGI needed! 
'It’s like a giant cultural group project,' laughed one participant, 'but way cooler than your high school diorama.'
Folk Songs Revive Ancient Lijiashan Village! 
