Performers wearing traditional Han costumes stage an ancient coming-of-age ritual in Zoucheng, Shandong province, Nov 21. The solemn and elegant ceremony also sheds some light on Chinese etiquette and its delicate presentation. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]  

A group of performers dressed in traditional Han costumes stage an ancient Confucian coming-of-age ceremony in Zoucheng, Shandong province, Nov 21. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]