Dongying city in East China's Shandong province launched its festive tourism carnival at Bailu Garden on Jan 18 – marking the start of the province's Spring Festival celebrations.
Dongying kicks off its Spring Festival tourism with a grand celebration on Jan 18. [Photo/WeChat account: wenlvdongying]
The carnival aims to meet the growing demand for travel during Spring Festival, improve tourism offerings and boost the overall market.
It's in line with the Ministry of Culture and Tourism's initiative and Shandong's wider tourist campaign.
The opening featured a vibrant dance performance, followed by cultural tourism ambassadors who presented festive activities. Dongying has prepared over 1,000 events across five themed series – inviting visitors to experience a rich, gastronomically flavorful and truly memorable Chinese New Year.
As night fell, more than 20 themed lantern displays illuminated Bailu Garden, marking the official launch of the carnival. Traditional performances like the dragon dance and datiehua or strike iron flower added to the festive spirit, bringing the celebration to its peak.
A lively dragon dance performance draws a captivated crowd. [Photo/WeChat account: wenlvdongying]
Colorful lanterns light up Bailu Garden. [Photo/WeChat account: wenlvdongying]
A dazzling iron flower display captivates the audience with its flurry of brilliant sparks. [Photo/WeChat account: wenlvdongying]
Dongying is warmly welcoming visitors from near and far to celebrate Chinese New Year in hospitable Shandong and eco-friendly Dongying!
