A traditional marriage ritual of the Zhuang ethnic group is performed, where the bride walks amid the bridesmaids on a street in Laibin, South China’s Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region on Monday. A carnival focused on the culture of ethnic groups of Zhuang and Yao, which will last a week, kicked off on Sept 19 in Laibin, where cultural traditions such as costumes and dances will be exhibited. [Photo/Xinhua] |
Performers with Nuo masks dance on a street in Laibin, South China’s Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region on Monday. The Nuo masks represent gods worshiped by ancient Chinese people and they are said to protect the people and bring prosperity. [Photo/Xinhua] |