With the arrival of the Spring Festival, the capital is filled with a strong New Year's flavor. In the prosperity of the modern city, traditional culture is radiating new vitality in a different form of ancient style. This article will take you into Beijing and explore the beauty of traditional Chinese culture during the Spring Festival.
The taste of the ancient style in the bustling city.
Traditional temple fair: As one of the most distinctive Spring Festival activities, the temple fair carries the unique flavor of the New Year in Beijing. With the approach of the Spring Festival, major temple fairs have appeared, such as the Daguanyuan temple fair, the Changdian temple fair, the Hongluo temple fair, etc. These temple fairs not only bring together a variety of traditional handicrafts and food, but also hold a variety of folk performances, intangible cultural heritage displays and other activities, allowing you to appreciate the most authentic Beijing Spring Festival.
Lantern Festival: The Lantern Festival is a traditional festival in China, and the major parks in Beijing have held a variety of activities such as guessing lantern riddles, appreciating lanterns, dragon and lion dances, etc. Beihai Park, Summer Palace, Old Summer Palace and other attractions will hold special Lantern Festival activities, allowing you to enjoy the beautiful scenery while feeling the festive atmosphere of the Lantern Festival.
Traditional cultural performances: During the Spring Festival, major theaters and teahouses in Beijing have launched traditional cultural performances such as Peking Opera, storytelling, and cross talk. Mei Lanfang Grand Theater, Chang'an Grand Theater and other places will stage classic plays, allowing you to appreciate the cultural heritage of the ancient capital of Beijing while enjoying the artistic feast.
Antique Market: In recent years, the Beijing Antique Market has become increasingly prosperous and has become a fashion trend sought after by young people. All kinds of antique costumes, handicrafts, original designs, etc. gathered together, showing the unique charm of traditional culture. During the Spring Festival, Qianmen Street, Nanluoguxiang, Shichahai and other areas will hold special antique markets, allowing you to feel the charm of the ancient capital while shopping.
Ancient B&B: The rise of ancient B&Bs in Beijing provides tourists with accommodation options to experience the style of the ancient capital. On the basis of retaining the traditional architectural style, these B&Bs incorporate modern design elements, becoming a model of the perfect combination of traditional culture and modern life. During the Spring Festival, you can book an antique homestay to experience the unique charm of old Beijing.
Palace cuisine: The palace cuisine in the capital has long been famous, and the Spring Festival is a good time to taste the food. There are all kinds of time-honored restaurants and special snacks, such as Quanjude roast duck, Donglaishun hot pot, casserole house, etc. In addition, you can taste the royal food and feel the royal food culture.
Traditional handicrafts: The traditional handicrafts of Beijing are unique, such as paper-cutting, New Year paintings, kites, clay figurines, etc. During the Chinese New Year, you can buy some traditional handicrafts as gifts or take them home to decorate your home to add a festive atmosphere.
In the ancient land of Beijing, the atmosphere of the Spring Festival is becoming more and more intense. At this special moment, you might as well slow down and walk into this ancient capital to feel a different kind of ancient flavor. In this land where prosperity and antiquity are intertwined, you will spend an unforgettable Spring Festival.