Spring Festival in China's Henan celebrated with traditional folk performances

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Spring Festival in China's Henan celebrated with traditional folk performances

STORY: Spring Festival in China's Henan celebrated with traditional folk performances DATELINE: Jan. 26, 2023 LENGTH: 0:00:55 LOCATION: ZHENGZHOU, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of traditional folk performances 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): XU ZIQI, Tourist 3. various of traditional folk performances 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): SU BAOSHENG, Performer 5. SOUNDBITE 3 (Chinese): ZHANG XIAO, Local resident STORYLINE: People in central China's Henan Province are celebrating the Spring Festival with traditional folk performances. In Qixian County, the time-honored Shehuo performance has attracted many visitors. Shehuo, a gala of folk performances including the lion and dragon dance, enjoys widespread popularity in rural areas across China. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): XU ZIQI, Tourist "I felt the passion of the local people and the unique culture of the temple fair." In Suixian County, the streets come alive with a festive atmosphere as locals and tourists join the traditional Caijie performance. SOUNDBITE

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