Dance to show Lijiang image

On May 11, a large-scale square dance event to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the People's Republic of China was held at Yuhe Square in the Old Town of Lijiang, Southwest China's Yunnan province, attracting many citizens and tourists to watch and enjoy.

More than 700 performers from 57 teams in townships and sub-districts of Lijiang wore traditional festive clothing and gathered to perform dances, showcasing a positive image of Lijiang and expressing best wishes from Lijiang residents to the 70th anniversary of the People's Republic of China.

Performers of different ethnic groups perform dances to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the People's Republic of China. [Photo/xinhuanet.com]