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 11.
Fujian Mazu Festival
Dates: April 25, October 4
Place: Meizhou Island, Putian, Fujian Province
Activities: Mazu is the name of a legendary sea goddess
born in 960. Legend has it that Mazu protects boats
and saves people from drowning in the sea. The 23rd
day of the third lunar month is celebrated as her birthday;
the ninth day of the ninth lunar month is the day when
Mazu supposedly passed away. On these two days every
year, thousands of local residents and compatriots from
Taiwan come to pay homage to Mazu. During the festival,
visitors join in the activities to pay respect to Mazu,
take part in the study of Mazu culture, go shopping
at arts and crafts exhibitions, enjoy folk songs and
dances and taste food of Fujian flavor.
12. Dalian Chinese Locust Blossom Festival
Dates: The last 10-day period of May
Place: Dalian, Liaoning Province
Activities: Tourists may appreciate Chinese locust
flowers, watch folk performances, participate in cultural
and sports activities and various special tourist activities.
13. Guizhou Azalea Festival
Dates: April 8-22
Places: Qianxi and Dafang counties, Guizhou Province
Activities: In addition to the opening ceremony, tourists
may watch performances by the Yi, Miao and Buyi minorities,
participate in the Bonfire Revelry Festival and have
a taste of their local delicacies and visit the famous
Huangguoshu Cataract, one of the largest in China and
the scenic Zhijin Caves.
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