Miaohui

Miaohui
Temple fair celebration during the Chinese New Years at the Temple of Earth in Beijing. Red lanterns are a common temple fair decoration

Miaohui, literally "Temple fair",[1] also known in Chinese as 庙市 or 节场, is a Chinese cultural gathering traditionally adjacent to temples. In modern times, Miaohui is usually held around the time of the Chinese New Year. Activities usually include worshiping deities, entertainment and shopping.

Gallery

  • Temple fair in Hong Kong

  • Performers at the temple fair at the Temple of Earth

  • People at the Temple Fair to buy books

  • Colorful decorations

References

  1. ^ Damian, Harper; Steve Fallon, Katja Gaskell (2005). China. Lonely Planet. p. 116. ISBN 978-1-74059-687-9. http://books.google.com/books?id=lKq8cN4kYRIC&pg=PA116. Retrieved February 22, 2010. 

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