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Qadiri Disciples Gather in Akre - Iraq

Men greet each other at Abdulaziz Gilani Takya in Akre, Iraq, on June 7, 2025. Followers of the Qadiri Waliani Tariqat make their annual visit to the shrine on the second day of Eid al-Adha. Photo by Shwan Zangana/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Qadiri Disciples Gather in Akre - Iraq

Participants share a communal meal at Abdulaziz Gilani Takya in Akre, Iraq, on June 7, 2025. Followers of the Qadiri Waliani Tariqat make their annual visit to the shrine on the second day of Eid al-Adha. Photo by Shwan Zangana/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Qadiri Disciples Gather in Akre - Iraq

Musicians perform with frame drums outside Abdulaziz Gilani Takya in Akre, Iraq, on June 7, 2025. Followers of the Qadiri Waliani Tariqat make their annual visit to the shrine on the second day of Eid al-Adha. Photo by Shwan Zangana/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Qadiri Disciples Gather in Akre - Iraq

Participants share a communal meal at Abdulaziz Gilani Takya in Akre, Iraq, on June 7, 2025. Followers of the Qadiri Waliani Tariqat make their annual visit to the shrine on the second day of Eid al-Adha. Photo by Shwan Zangana/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Qadiri Disciples Gather in Akre - Iraq

Men perform a traditional Qadiri ritual at Abdulaziz Gilani Takya in Akre, Iraq, on June 7, 2025. Followers of the Qadiri Waliani Tariqat make their annual visit to the shrine on the second day of Eid al-Adha. Photo by Shwan Zangana/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Qadiri Disciples Gather in Akre - Iraq

A man walks down the stairs of Abdulaziz Gilani Takya in Akre, Iraq, on June 7, 2025. Followers of the Qadiri Waliani Tariqat make their annual visit to the shrine on the second day of Eid al-Adha. Photo by Shwan Zangana/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Qadiri Disciples Gather in Akre - Iraq

Men perform a traditional Qadiri ritual at Abdulaziz Gilani Takya in Akre, Iraq, on June 7, 2025. Followers of the Qadiri Waliani Tariqat make their annual visit to the shrine on the second day of Eid al-Adha. Photo by Shwan Zangana/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Qadiri Disciples Gather in Akre - Iraq

Men perform a traditional Qadiri ritual at Abdulaziz Gilani Takya in Akre, Iraq, on June 7, 2025. Followers of the Qadiri Waliani Tariqat make their annual visit to the shrine on the second day of Eid al-Adha. Photo by Shwan Zangana/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Qadiri Disciples Gather in Akre - Iraq

Men perform a traditional Qadiri ritual at Abdulaziz Gilani Takya in Akre, Iraq, on June 7, 2025. Followers of the Qadiri Waliani Tariqat make their annual visit to the shrine on the second day of Eid al-Adha. Photo by Shwan Zangana/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Qadiri Disciples Gather in Akre - Iraq

Men perform a traditional Qadiri ritual at Abdulaziz Gilani Takya in Akre, Iraq, on June 7, 2025. Followers of the Qadiri Waliani Tariqat make their annual visit to the shrine on the second day of Eid al-Adha. Photo by Shwan Zangana/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Qadiri Disciples Gather in Akre - Iraq

People gather inside the courtyard of Abdulaziz Gilani Takya in Akre, Iraq, on June 7, 2025. Followers of the Qadiri Waliani Tariqat make their annual visit to the shrine on the second day of Eid al-Adha. Photo by Shwan Zangana/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Qadiri Disciples Gather in Akre - Iraq

A man stands before the shrine lattice in Akre, Iraq, on June 7, 2025. Qadiri Waliani Tariqat followers gather here annually on the second day of Eid al-Adha to honor their spiritual legacy. Photo by Shwan Zangana/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Qadiri Disciples Gather in Akre - Iraq

Men perform a traditional Qadiri ritual at Abdulaziz Gilani Takya in Akre, Iraq, on June 7, 2025. Followers of the Qadiri Waliani Tariqat make their annual visit to the shrine on the second day of Eid al-Adha. Photo by Shwan Zangana/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Qadiri Disciples Gather in Akre - Iraq

People gather inside the courtyard of Abdulaziz Gilani Takya in Akre, Iraq, on June 7, 2025. Followers of the Qadiri Waliani Tariqat make their annual visit to the shrine on the second day of Eid al-Adha. Photo by Shwan Zangana/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Qadiri Disciples Gather in Akre - Iraq

Men perform a traditional Qadiri ritual at Abdulaziz Gilani Takya in Akre, Iraq, on June 7, 2025. Followers of the Qadiri Waliani Tariqat make their annual visit to the shrine on the second day of Eid al-Adha. Photo by Shwan Zangana/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Qadiri Disciples Gather in Akre - Iraq

A hand touches the ornate metal lattice of the Abdulaziz Gilani shrine in Akre, Iraq, on June 7, 2025. Qadiri Waliani Tariqat followers gather here annually on the second day of Eid al-Adha to honor their spiritual legacy. Photo by Shwan Zangana/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Qadiri Disciples Gather in Akre - Iraq

Men sit during a gathering at Abdulaziz Gilani Takya in Akre, Iraq, on June 7, 2025. Followers of the Qadiri Waliani Tariqat make their annual visit to the shrine on the second day of Eid al-Adha. Photo by Shwan Zangana/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Qadiri Disciples Gather in Akre - Iraq

Religious leaders and followers sit beneath a wall adorned with Quranic inscriptions at Abdulaziz Gilani Takya in Akre, Iraq, on June 7, 2025. Followers of the Qadiri Waliani Tariqat make their annual visit to the shrine on the second day of Eid al-Adha. Photo by Shwan Zangana/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Qadiri Disciples Gather in Akre - Iraq

A man greets a religious leader at Abdulaziz Gilani Takya in Akre, Iraq, on June 7, 2025. Followers of the Qadiri Waliani Tariqat make their annual visit to the shrine on the second day of Eid al-Adha. Photo by Shwan Zangana/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Qadiri Disciples Gather in Akre - Iraq

A man stands before the shrine lattice in Akre, Iraq, on June 7, 2025. Qadiri Waliani Tariqat followers gather here annually on the second day of Eid al-Adha to honor their spiritual legacy. Photo by Shwan Zangana/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Qadiri Disciples Gather in Akre - Iraq

Young men sit under a tree at the Abdulaziz Gilani Takya compound in Akre, Iraq, on June 7, 2025. Qadiri Waliani Tariqat followers gather here annually on the second day of Eid al-Adha to honor their spiritual legacy. Photo by Shwan Zangana/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Shaolin Disciples Practice Kung Fu - Zambia

This photo taken on March 31, 2025 shows a view of the front entrance to the Cultural Center of Shaolin Temple in Lusaka, Zambia. Since its opening in 2021, the Zambia's Cultural Center of Shaolin Temple has become a symbol of the growth of Chinese Shaolin culture in Africa and the global spread of Chinese traditional culture. The center not only teaches Kung Fu and promotes Chinese culture, but also brings life-changing opportunities to young people in Zambia. Photo by Han Xu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Shaolin Disciples Practice Kung Fu - Zambia

Shaolin disciples practice Kung Fu at the Cultural Center of Shaolin Temple in Lusaka, Zambia, on March 31, 2025. Since its opening in 2021, the Zambia's Cultural Center of Shaolin Temple has become a symbol of the growth of Chinese Shaolin culture in Africa and the global spread of Chinese traditional culture. The center not only teaches Kung Fu and promotes Chinese culture, but also brings life-changing opportunities to young people in Zambia. Photo by Han Xu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Shaolin Disciples Practice Kung Fu - Zambia

A Shaolin disciple beats a drum at the Cultural Center of Shaolin Temple in Lusaka, Zambia, on March 31, 2025. Since its opening in 2021, the Zambia's Cultural Center of Shaolin Temple has become a symbol of the growth of Chinese Shaolin culture in Africa and the global spread of Chinese traditional culture. The center not only teaches Kung Fu and promotes Chinese culture, but also brings life-changing opportunities to young people in Zambia. Photo by Han Xu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Shaolin Disciples Practice Kung Fu - Zambia

Shaolin disciples practice Kung Fu at the Cultural Center of Shaolin Temple in Lusaka, Zambia, on March 31, 2025. Since its opening in 2021, the Zambia's Cultural Center of Shaolin Temple has become a symbol of the growth of Chinese Shaolin culture in Africa and the global spread of Chinese traditional culture. The center not only teaches Kung Fu and promotes Chinese culture, but also brings life-changing opportunities to young people in Zambia. Photo by Han Xu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Shaolin Disciples Practice Kung Fu - Zambia

Shaolin disciples practice Kung Fu at the Cultural Center of Shaolin Temple in Lusaka, Zambia, on March 31, 2025. Since its opening in 2021, the Zambia's Cultural Center of Shaolin Temple has become a symbol of the growth of Chinese Shaolin culture in Africa and the global spread of Chinese traditional culture. The center not only teaches Kung Fu and promotes Chinese culture, but also brings life-changing opportunities to young people in Zambia. Photo by Han Xu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Shaolin Disciples Practice Kung Fu - Zambia

Shaolin disciples practice Kung Fu at the Cultural Center of Shaolin Temple in Lusaka, Zambia, on March 31, 2025. Since its opening in 2021, the Zambia's Cultural Center of Shaolin Temple has become a symbol of the growth of Chinese Shaolin culture in Africa and the global spread of Chinese traditional culture. The center not only teaches Kung Fu and promotes Chinese culture, but also brings life-changing opportunities to young people in Zambia. Photo by Han Xu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Shaolin Disciples Practice Kung Fu - Zambia

This photo taken on March 31, 2025 shows a view of the Cultural Center of Shaolin Temple in Lusaka, Zambia. Since its opening in 2021, the Zambia's Cultural Center of Shaolin Temple has become a symbol of the growth of Chinese Shaolin culture in Africa and the global spread of Chinese traditional culture. The center not only teaches Kung Fu and promotes Chinese culture, but also brings life-changing opportunities to young people in Zambia. Photo by Han Xu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Shaolin Disciples Practice Kung Fu - Zambia

Shaolin disciples play football at the Cultural Center of Shaolin Temple in Lusaka, Zambia, on March 31, 2025. Since its opening in 2021, the Zambia's Cultural Center of Shaolin Temple has become a symbol of the growth of Chinese Shaolin culture in Africa and the global spread of Chinese traditional culture. The center not only teaches Kung Fu and promotes Chinese culture, but also brings life-changing opportunities to young people in Zambia. Photo by Han Xu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Francis Meets Young Priests - Rome

Pope Francis meets with Roman priests ordained for less than ten years in Rome, Italy, on May 29, 2024. Pope Francis continues his series of meetings with the clergy of his Diocese, speaking with a group of recently-ordained priests about pastoral issues. The encounter was hosted by the Pious Disciples of the Divine Master, an order of religious sisters, and the Pope received an affectionate welcome from the nuns, amidst greetings, gifts, and blessings. Photo by (EV) Vatican Media/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Francis Meets Young Priests - Rome

Pope Francis meets with young Roman priests In Rome, Italy, on May 29, 2024. Pope Francis continues his series of meetings with the clergy of his Diocese, speaking with a group of recently-ordained priests about pastoral issues. The encounter was hosted by the Pious Disciples of the Divine Master, an order of religious sisters, and the Pope received an affectionate welcome from the nuns, amidst greetings, gifts, and blessings. Photo by (EV) Vatican Media/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Francis Meets Young Priests - Rome

Pope Francis meets with young Roman priests In Rome, Italy, on May 29, 2024. Pope Francis continues his series of meetings with the clergy of his Diocese, speaking with a group of recently-ordained priests about pastoral issues. The encounter was hosted by the Pious Disciples of the Divine Master, an order of religious sisters, and the Pope received an affectionate welcome from the nuns, amidst greetings, gifts, and blessings. Photo by (EV) Vatican Media/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Francis Meets Young Priests - Rome

Pope Francis meets with Roman priests ordained for less than ten years in Rome, Italy, on May 29, 2024. Pope Francis continues his series of meetings with the clergy of his Diocese, speaking with a group of recently-ordained priests about pastoral issues. The encounter was hosted by the Pious Disciples of the Divine Master, an order of religious sisters, and the Pope received an affectionate welcome from the nuns, amidst greetings, gifts, and blessings. Photo by (EV) Vatican Media/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Francis Meets Young Priests - Rome

Pope Francis meets with Roman priests ordained for less than ten years in Rome, Italy, on May 29, 2024. Pope Francis continues his series of meetings with the clergy of his Diocese, speaking with a group of recently-ordained priests about pastoral issues. The encounter was hosted by the Pious Disciples of the Divine Master, an order of religious sisters, and the Pope received an affectionate welcome from the nuns, amidst greetings, gifts, and blessings. Photo by (EV) Vatican Media/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Francis Meets Young Priests - Rome

Pope Francis meets with Roman priests ordained for less than ten years in Rome, Italy, on May 29, 2024. Pope Francis continues his series of meetings with the clergy of his Diocese, speaking with a group of recently-ordained priests about pastoral issues. The encounter was hosted by the Pious Disciples of the Divine Master, an order of religious sisters, and the Pope received an affectionate welcome from the nuns, amidst greetings, gifts, and blessings. Photo by (EV) Vatican Media/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Francis Meets Young Priests - Rome

Pope Francis meets with Roman priests ordained for less than ten years in Rome, Italy, on May 29, 2024. Pope Francis continues his series of meetings with the clergy of his Diocese, speaking with a group of recently-ordained priests about pastoral issues. The encounter was hosted by the Pious Disciples of the Divine Master, an order of religious sisters, and the Pope received an affectionate welcome from the nuns, amidst greetings, gifts, and blessings. Photo by (EV) Vatican Media/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Francis Meets Young Priests - Rome

Pope Francis meets with Roman priests ordained for less than ten years in Rome, Italy, on May 29, 2024. Pope Francis continues his series of meetings with the clergy of his Diocese, speaking with a group of recently-ordained priests about pastoral issues. The encounter was hosted by the Pious Disciples of the Divine Master, an order of religious sisters, and the Pope received an affectionate welcome from the nuns, amidst greetings, gifts, and blessings. Photo by (EV) Vatican Media/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Francis Meets Young Priests - Rome

Pope Francis meets with Roman priests ordained for less than ten years in Rome, Italy, on May 29, 2024. Pope Francis continues his series of meetings with the clergy of his Diocese, speaking with a group of recently-ordained priests about pastoral issues. The encounter was hosted by the Pious Disciples of the Divine Master, an order of religious sisters, and the Pope received an affectionate welcome from the nuns, amidst greetings, gifts, and blessings. Photo by (EV) Vatican Media/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Francis Meets Young Priests - Rome

Pope Francis meets with Roman priests ordained for less than ten years in Rome, Italy, on May 29, 2024. Pope Francis continues his series of meetings with the clergy of his Diocese, speaking with a group of recently-ordained priests about pastoral issues. The encounter was hosted by the Pious Disciples of the Divine Master, an order of religious sisters, and the Pope received an affectionate welcome from the nuns, amidst greetings, gifts, and blessings. Photo by (EV) Vatican Media/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Francis Meets Young Priests - Rome

Pope Francis meets some nuns before his meeting with Roman priests ordained for less than ten years in Rome, Italy, on May 29, 2024. Pope Francis continues his series of meetings with the clergy of his Diocese, speaking with a group of recently-ordained priests about pastoral issues. The encounter was hosted by the Pious Disciples of the Divine Master, an order of religious sisters, and the Pope received an affectionate welcome from the nuns, amidst greetings, gifts, and blessings. Photo by (EV) Vatican Media/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Francis Meets Young Priests - Rome

Pope Francis meets some nuns before his meeting with Roman priests ordained for less than ten years in Rome, Italy, on May 29, 2024. Pope Francis continues his series of meetings with the clergy of his Diocese, speaking with a group of recently-ordained priests about pastoral issues. The encounter was hosted by the Pious Disciples of the Divine Master, an order of religious sisters, and the Pope received an affectionate welcome from the nuns, amidst greetings, gifts, and blessings. Photo by (EV) Vatican Media/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Japan holds festival to pay tribute to philosophy of Confucius

STORY: Japan holds festival to pay tribute to philosophy of Confucius SHOOTING TIME: April 18, 2024 DATELINE: April 21, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:28 LOCATION: TAKU, Japan CATEGORY: EDUCATION SHOTLIST: 1. various of Japanese elementary school students chanting songs in honor of Confucius 2. various of placing the offerings before images of Confucius 3. SOUNDBITE 1 (Japanese): TOSHIHIKO YOKOO, Mayor of Taku City 4. various of the statue of Confucius 5. various of the tribute activities 6. SOUNDBITE 2 (Japanese): Elementary school student 7. SOUNDBITE 3 (Japanese): SHUNJI ISHIDA, Education director in Taku City STORYLINE: A group of first- and second-grade Japanese elementary school students on Thursday chanted songs in honor of Confucius in the courtyard of the 316-year-old Taku Seibyo, a Confucian temple in the city of Taku, Saga Prefecture, southwest Japan. Sekisai, a traditional ritual event for consoling the souls of Confucius and his disciples, is held twice a year, on April 18 in spring and the fourth Sun

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CHINA-HENAN-BAOFENG-MAJIE QUYI FAIR (CN)

(240222) -- BAOFENG, Feb. 22, 2024 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo taken on Feb. 22, 2024 shows a view of the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province. Quyi, meaning Chinese folk arts, refers to various narrative and singing forms including ballad singing, comic dialogues, clapper talk and crosstalk, which remain popular among the Chinese people. The Quyi fair in Majie Village has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair, when folk artists from across the country gathered in the village to take part in the event. In 2006, the Majie Quyi Fair was inscribed on the first national intangible cultural heritage list. (Xinhua/Hao Yuan)

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CHINA-HENAN-BAOFENG-MAJIE QUYI FAIR (CN)

(240222) -- BAOFENG, Feb. 22, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Folk artists perform during the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 22, 2024. Quyi, meaning Chinese folk arts, refers to various narrative and singing forms including ballad singing, comic dialogues, clapper talk and crosstalk, which remain popular among the Chinese people. The Quyi fair in Majie Village has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair, when folk artists from across the country gathered in the village to take part in the event. In 2006, the Majie Quyi Fair was inscribed on the first national intangible cultural heritage list. (Xinhua/Hao Yuan)

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CHINA-HENAN-BAOFENG-MAJIE QUYI FAIR (CN)

(240222) -- BAOFENG, Feb. 22, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People attend the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 22, 2024. Quyi, meaning Chinese folk arts, refers to various narrative and singing forms including ballad singing, comic dialogues, clapper talk and crosstalk, which remain popular among the Chinese people. The Quyi fair in Majie Village has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair, when folk artists from across the country gathered in the village to take part in the event. In 2006, the Majie Quyi Fair was inscribed on the first national intangible cultural heritage list. (Xinhua/Hao Yuan)

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CHINA-HENAN-BAOFENG-MAJIE QUYI FAIR (CN)

(240222) -- BAOFENG, Feb. 22, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A folk artist performs during the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 22, 2024. Quyi, meaning Chinese folk arts, refers to various narrative and singing forms including ballad singing, comic dialogues, clapper talk and crosstalk, which remain popular among the Chinese people. The Quyi fair in Majie Village has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair, when folk artists from across the country gathered in the village to take part in the event. In 2006, the Majie Quyi Fair was inscribed on the first national intangible cultural heritage list. (Xinhua/Hao Yuan)

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CHINA-HENAN-BAOFENG-MAJIE QUYI FAIR (CN)

(240222) -- BAOFENG, Feb. 22, 2024 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo taken on Feb. 22, 2024 shows people attending the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province. Quyi, meaning Chinese folk arts, refers to various narrative and singing forms including ballad singing, comic dialogues, clapper talk and crosstalk, which remain popular among the Chinese people. The Quyi fair in Majie Village has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair, when folk artists from across the country gathered in the village to take part in the event. In 2006, the Majie Quyi Fair was inscribed on the first national intangible cultural heritage list. (Xinhua/Hao Yuan)

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CHINA-HENAN-BAOFENG-MAJIE QUYI FAIR (CN)

(240222) -- BAOFENG, Feb. 22, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A girl poses for photos at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 22, 2024. Quyi, meaning Chinese folk arts, refers to various narrative and singing forms including ballad singing, comic dialogues, clapper talk and crosstalk, which remain popular among the Chinese people. The Quyi fair in Majie Village has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair, when folk artists from across the country gathered in the village to take part in the event. In 2006, the Majie Quyi Fair was inscribed on the first national intangible cultural heritage list. (Xinhua/Hao Yuan)

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CHINA-HENAN-BAOFENG-MAJIE QUYI FAIR (CN)

(240222) -- BAOFENG, Feb. 22, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A folk artist performs during the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 22, 2024. Quyi, meaning Chinese folk arts, refers to various narrative and singing forms including ballad singing, comic dialogues, clapper talk and crosstalk, which remain popular among the Chinese people. The Quyi fair in Majie Village has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair, when folk artists from across the country gathered in the village to take part in the event. In 2006, the Majie Quyi Fair was inscribed on the first national intangible cultural heritage list. (Photo by He Wuchang/Xinhua)

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CHINA-HENAN-BAOFENG-MAJIE QUYI FAIR (CN)

(240222) -- BAOFENG, Feb. 22, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A folk artist performs during the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 22, 2024. Quyi, meaning Chinese folk arts, refers to various narrative and singing forms including ballad singing, comic dialogues, clapper talk and crosstalk, which remain popular among the Chinese people. The Quyi fair in Majie Village has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair, when folk artists from across the country gathered in the village to take part in the event. In 2006, the Majie Quyi Fair was inscribed on the first national intangible cultural heritage list. (Photo by He Wuchang/Xinhua)