Hold onto your paddles! ๐ฃโ๏ธ The Dragon Boat Festival is splashing into south Chinaโs Guangdong Province, where ancient traditions meet modern energy. From Guangzhouโs bustling waterways to Yangjiangโs coastal races, locals are revving up their 'Cantonese spirit' with boats ranging from solo 'Clam Shell Canoes' to jaw-dropping 70-person vessels. ๐
Why scroll through TikTok when you can dive into CGTNโs livestream? ๐ Weโre zooming through nine cities โ think Shenzhenโs skyline meets Foshanโs historic canals โ to catch the drumbeats, teamwork, and dragon-themed adrenaline. Whether youโre a culture geek or just here for the hype, this is your front-row seat to real #FestivalGoals.
๐ก Pro tip: The Dragon Boat Festival isnโt just about racing โ itโs a UNESCO-listed cultural gem dating back 2,000+ years. But hey, we wonโt blame you if youโre mostly here for the giant dragon heads and snackable zongzi dumplings. ๐ฅฎ
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Live: Discover dragon boat festivities in Guangdong Province
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