Temple
fairs, which are traditional cultural events featuring all kinds of Chinese folk
activities, are one of the most important and grand activities during the Spring
Festival in Beijing
. For those who haven't got the
time to travel outside Beijing, taking part in temple fairs might be quite
enjoyable. Here is a list of temple fairs that will be held during the Spring
Festival:
Temple Fair at the Temple of Earth
Time: February 8-15, 2005.
Place: Ditan (The Temple of Earth)
Park.
Activities: a folk flower fair, an acrobatic show, Quyi performances, a
fashion show, a tea serving,
and a puppet show, as well as other activities.
Temple Fair at White Cloud Taoist Temple
Time: February 9-15, 2005.
Place: White Cloud Taoist
Temple.
Activities: folk art performances, snacks with local flavor, and an
exhibition of Taoist culture.
Temple Fair at Changdian
Time: February 9-15, 2005.
Place: From the Hepingmen intersection of South
Xinhua Street, Xuwu District to the Culture Square along Hufang Road through the
Hufang Bridge Intersection to the south.
Activities: a variety show, a
cross-talk show, a traditional lion dance, a stilt dance, and Dancing
God of
Fortune, rickshaw, and folk wedding performances, as well as other activities.
