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Chinese people enjoy local temple fairs amid festival

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Source: CCTV.com | 01-28-2009 11:43

Special Report:   2009 Spring Festival

Temple fairs have become an essential activity during the Spring Festival. Let's take a look at how people across China are enjoying their local temple fairs.

The imperial temple fair in the Summer Palace kicked off in Beijing on Monday, the first day of the Year of the Ox.
The imperial temple fair in the Summer Palace kicked off 
in Beijing on Monday, the first day of the Year of the Ox.

The imperial temple fair in the Summer Palace kicked off in Beijing on Monday, the first day of the Year of the Ox. 64 stores such as teahouses and restaurants recreate the hustle and bustle of a marketplace during the Qing Dynasty.

Folk performances from around the nation, like the drum dance and lion dance, are delighting visitors.

Visitor said, "The temple fair here is very authentic and royal."

The imperial temple fair in the Summer Palace kicked off in Beijing on Monday, the first day of the Year of the Ox.
The imperial temple fair in the Summer Palace kicked off 
in Beijing on Monday, the first day of the Year of the Ox.