A series of activities for Liuyueliu (the sixth day of the sixth lunar month) took place on June 30 at Dashi Bouyei town, Xiuwen county, attracting tourists and residents to celebrate the traditional Bouyei festival together.
Xiuwen county holds celebration activities for Liuyueliu. [Photo/xiuwen.gov.cn]
Chen Guojin, head of Chenjiazhai village in Dashi Bouyei town, said, "We have diverse Liuyueliu activities every year. Villagers soak glutinous rice and make rice dumplings to offer sacrifices to ancestors, praying for a good harvest."
The ancestor worship ceremony. [Photo/xiuwen.gov.cn]
In the performance area, the Bouyei people showcase the profundity of their national culture through beautiful dances and songs, attracting many tourists.
"These performances are wonderful; I was completely mesmerized," said a resident who participates in the celebration every year.
Bouyei people sing on stage. [Photo/xiuwen.gov.cn]
Li Teng, head of Dashi Bouyei town, said, "Liuyueliu is an important part of Bouyei ethnic culture, and a unique way to showcase local ethnic customs and tourism resources. The town will continue to promote the inheritance and development of Bouyei culture, while also promoting regional economic growth."