FESTIVALS AND CELEBRATIONS IN BEIJING

 

CHINA

 

 

 

Ditan Spring Festival Cultural Temple Fair

 

Event: Since the first such temple fair held in 1985 , the Ditan Spring Festival Cultural Temple Fair has become an indispensable activity in Beijing during the Spring Festival. The main contents include the performance of offering sacrifices to Earth, varied and rich theatrical performances, the display of traditional folk arts from other parts of the country, and a large ice sculpture exhibition. 

 

Time: From the first day to the seventh day of the first lunar month.

 

 

The Chrysanthemum Festival

 

Event: The chrysanthemum is the city flower of Beijing. Until now Beijing has celebrated the festivals for more than 20 years. During the festival a wide variety of chrysanthemums are on display; the artistic arrangement of flowers is performed and a chrysanthemum contest is held.

 

Time: November

 

Venue: The Botanical Garden in the north of the Beihai Park, Beijing

 

Transport: It can be reached by bus Nos. 13, 42, 701, 811, 823 and 850; and also by trolley bus Nos. 107, 111 and 118.

 

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