On October 24, the Ritual Parade of Deities Guandi and Houwang, a provincial-level intangible cultural heritage of Guangdong, was held in Jun'an, Shunde, Foshan.
Photo by Jian Jianwen
Photo by Qin Zhengpeng
Photo by Hu Jiaqing
The rich and time-honored folk customs of Lingnan nourish every inch of this land and every person living on it, embodying an enduring pursuit of happiness and sincere aspirations for a better life.
Now, let's follow the lens of IP Guangdong creators and step into the vibrant scenes of Lingnan folk customs.
Photo by A Ha
Photo by Chen Chuanmian
Photo by Chen Chuanmian
"Ying Laoye" in Chaoshan is a grand collective carnival that draws crowds filling the streets, a celebration that embodies the hope for favorable weather and bountiful harvests.
Photo by Mazhang District
Photo by Mazhang District
Zhanjiang Nuo Dance, the oldest folk art in Zhanjiang, features unique painted masks and a bold, vigorous style.
Photo by Xin Xiao
Photo by Xin Xiao
On the 15th day of the 7th lunar month, the Zhongyuan Festival, Shanwei holds the "Pudu" ritual. Centered on the idea of "universal salvation," this ritual embodies respect for life.
These folk rituals scattered across Lingnan, though diverse in form, share a common spirit. They all stem from generations of people's yearning for a better life and their sincere wishes for national peace and security.
Follow IP Guangdong to continue exploring more stories behind Lingnan's folk customs and feel the enduring warmth of this culture.
