Xitang ancient town launches night tour of boat parade
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Xitang ancient town launches night tour of boat parade
The Dream of Xitang: Boat Stories parade is staged in Xitang ancient town, Jiaxing city, Zhejiang province, July 5, 2024. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
The dazzling lights on the ancient stage of the Huguo Suiliang King Temple in Xitang ancient town lit up, and the resounding sound of gongs pierced the night sky on Friday. The much-anticipated first Jiangnan water town immersive night tour event in Zhejiang province's Xitang ancient town — the Dream of Xitang: Boat Stories parade — was officially launched.
Eight brilliantly illuminated traditional flower boats, slowly sailed through the waterways of the ancient town. These boats, like messengers traversing time, created a dreamlike space imbued with the unique charm of the Jiangnan water town and the rich cultural heritage of the thousand-year-old town.
The Dream of Xitang: Boat Stories parade is staged in Xitang ancient town, Jiaxing city, Zhejiang province, July 5, 2024. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
The story of Wu Zixu (559-484 BC) , a general of the Wu state, digging the Xutang Canal to benefit the people was vividly presented. The bustling life of Xitang during the Southern Song Dynasty (1127-1279) was innovatively reenacted. The ancient poem depicting the scenery of Xitang during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) was brought to life through real-life scenarios. Each boat carried a different story and theme, perfectly blending the millennia-old charm of Xitang with modern art.
This boat parade is not just a visual feast, but also a profound cultural experience. The ingenious combination of modern stage design technology and interactive performances allows visitors to deeply appreciate the cultural essence of Xitang while enjoying the beautiful scenery.
The Dream of Xitang: Boat Stories parade is staged in Xitang ancient town, Jiaxing city, Zhejiang province, July 5, 2024. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
With boat performances, land parades and close-up interactive experiences, visitors can traverse a thousand years of history to trace the cultural heritage of Xitang, wandering through the ancient charm and contemporary elegance together.
The Dream of Xitang: Boat Stories parade in Xitang ancient town will last until August 31. The parade takes place every Friday and Saturday from 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm, following the route along the river from the Huguo Suiliang King Temple to the Wolong Bridge Pier.
The debut of the parade marks an important step in Xitang ancient town's efforts to establish itself as a benchmark for cultural and tourism integration in the Yangtze River Delta.
The Dream of Xitang: Boat Stories parade is staged in Xitang ancient town, Jiaxing city, Zhejiang province, July 5, 2024. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
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Tourists view the Dream of Xitang: Boat Stories parade in Xitang ancient town, Jiaxing city, Zhejiang province, July 5, 2024. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
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Tourists view the Dream of Xitang: Boat Stories parade in Xitang ancient town, Jiaxing city, Zhejiang province, July 5, 2024. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
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The Dream of Xitang: Boat Stories parade is staged in Xitang ancient town, Jiaxing city, Zhejiang province, July 5, 2024. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
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The Dream of Xitang: Boat Stories parade is staged in Xitang ancient town, Jiaxing city, Zhejiang province, July 5, 2024. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
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The Dream of Xitang: Boat Stories parade is staged in Xitang ancient town, Jiaxing city, Zhejiang province, July 5, 2024. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
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The Dream of Xitang: Boat Stories parade is staged in Xitang ancient town, Jiaxing city, Zhejiang province, July 5, 2024. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
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When we were in Suzhou, which is not far from Shanghai, we took a night cruise through the canals and I took photos, one of which was a moored lit up boat that was a restaurant.
China is an exceptionally colourful country, both day and night.
Very impressive floats and photos. The colors ARE great.
The cities light up at night here as well.
chicago has a boat parade on lake michigan every summer
I could see the first two photos, but the next two did not open - you might have to copy them to your picture library then post them here from there.
Okay, thanks JR, both are now visible.
They certainly don’t lack for color.
You already knew that from personal experience.