Through the combined efforts of over 20 craftsmen, the world's largest dragon-head centipede kite will make its debut at the upcoming 38th Weifang International Kite Festival.

The 280-meter-long giant kite features a dragon head that measures 4.2 m in height and 3.6 m in width.

The dragon is an auspicious creature that symbolizes strength and wisdom in Chinese culture. The dragon-head centipede kite is representative of Weifang's traditional hand-made kites and is listed as a national intangible cultural heritage item.

The 38th Weifang International Kite Festival is set to open on April 17 in Weifang, which is also known as the World Kite Capital.

People make the giant dragon-head centipede kite in Weifang, Shandong province. [Photo/WeChat account: wfgjfzh]

The dragon-head centipede kite is the most famous of Weifang kite patterns. [Photo/WeChat account: wfgjfzh]

Made of wood and bamboo, the kite will make its debut at the upcoming 38th Weifang International Kite Festival. [Photo/WeChat account: wfgjfzh]

Craftsmen paint a segment of the giant dragon-head centipede kite in Weifang, Shandong province. [Photo/WeChat account: wfgjfzh]