Women of Zhuang ethnic group dance during a celebration for the traditional the Sanyuesan festival

When tender green shoots thrive in meadow and romantic cherry trees wallows in blossom, one could safely assume that the Sanyuesan Festival, which falls on March 3 of the Chinese traditional lunar calendar, is approaching.

Widely celebrated by many nationalities with varying methods across China, it is a traditional festival bound to be both impressive and thrilling.

To the Zhuang ethnic people in Southwest China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, March the 3rd is a festival for young people to sing songs and find their lovers. Since 1983, singing festivals have been held all around Guangxi annually on that day.

The five colored sticky-rice which is being served during the festival

There is a folk tale about singing tradition in ancient China. That is, that a renowned singer's daughter selected her husband by holding a singing competition and finally successfully found her lover. Since then, hunting for lovers by singing has become a tradition.

Bamboo dancing is another essential activity for Zhuang people on March the 3rd. Youngsters dress up in festive costumes, beating drums and expressing their admiration for each other.

Five colored sticky-rice and painted eggs are important snacks. Zhuang people say the rice is good for health and painted eggs are the best keepsake of love.