A moon worship ceremony was held in Jinan, capital of East China's Shandong province on Sept 21 for Mid-Autumn Festival celebration.

The event which took place at "Impression Jinan Spring World" commercial block, included a series of performances, focusing on the city's traditional Song Dynasty (960-1279) culture and its two famous poets – Xin Qiji (1140-1207) and Li Qingzhao (1084-1155).

The shows featured traditional music, dances and recitation and other artistic techniques, highlighting the two poets' deep love for the country and the charm of their poems.

In one scene, performers in traditional clothes offered the "moon god" grains, fruit and moon cakes, praying for good fortune and harvest next year.

A moon worship ceremony is held at the "Impression Jinan Spring World" commercial block in Jinan, Shandong province on Sept 21, celebrating the Mid-Autumn Festival. [Photo/IC]

Performers in traditional Chinese clothes during the ceremony on Sept 21. The event highlights the city's traditional culture in Song Dynasty. [Photo/IC]

Actors recite poets during the ceremony. [Photo/IC]

A scene depicting offerings to the "moon god" is performed during the ceremony. [Photo/IC]

Performers in traditional clothes [Photo/IC]

Traditional dances are during the event. [Photo/IC]