As Spring Festival approaches and the festive atmosphere grows stronger, Huangshan's Yixian county, known for its unique Huizhou culture and prosperous New Year traditions, invites friends worldwide to join the celebrations.
During Spring Festival, Yixian county is set to host 45 diverse cultural and tourism activities, including intangible cultural heritage displays, street parades, village lantern festivals, and more, offering a comprehensive Spring Festival feast that combines culture, art, and entertainment for residents and tourists alike.
The festive spirit is palpable in the various local homestays in Yixian. Guests can witness dragon dances, enjoy Huizhou opera performances, make dumplings, paste Spring Festival couplets, and partake in folk activities tailored to each homestay's unique style. Combined with authentic Huizhou cuisine, these activities aim to create a traditional and culturally rich festive atmosphere for guests.
Following local traditions, Yixian county is set to organize folk experiences such as filial piety tea ceremonies, mountain treks, and blessing lantern lighting in Xidi, Hongcun, and Yixian ancient cities to create a vibrant festive atmosphere.
Moreover, the county is set to integrate various services from high-quality boutique homestays, special meal packages from key dining establishments, intangible cultural heritage experiential courses from heritage study companies, and unique agricultural products from local enterprises to cater to the diverse needs of visitors.
The night view in Yixian ancient city. [Photo/Huangshan Daily]
An intangible cultural heritage performance in Hongcun village. [Photo/Huangshan Daily]