Imagine walking through a vibrant celebration frozen in time – that’s the magic of Xunxian County’s ancient temple fair in China’s Henan Province! With roots stretching back 1,600 years, this cultural extravaganza is like a living museum of Spring Festival traditions.
Why This Fair Feels Like a Time Machine
This year’s event bursts with folk dances, handmade crafts, and local operas that’ll make your TikTok feed look bland. Visitors can taste jiaoyan pepper – a spice so legendary it’s been traded here for centuries – and watch artisans craft paper cuttings sharper than your latest Instagram filter.
More Than Just a Party
Dubbed a “living fossil” of Chinese New Year culture, the fair bridges ancient rituals with modern joy. As CGTN’s Zhou Yixin reports, it’s where grandparents share stories with Gen Z travelers snapping Boomerangs – proving traditions can outlast any trend.
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