Have you ever seen a dragon made of wooden stools? 🐉 In Anshan Village, located in Xianju County, Zhejiang Province, villagers came together to perform an amazing 360-meter-long “wooden stool dragon” dance on January 25, 2025! 🎉
This incredible dragon isn’t just any dragon—it’s called the ban deng long in Chinese, which means “wooden stool dragon.” Imagine hundreds of wooden stools connected to form a giant dragon that weaves through the village streets!
The wooden stool dragon dance is a special folk art that has been part of Chinese culture for centuries. It symbolizes strength, unity, and good fortune. By performing this dance, the villagers are wishing everyone happiness and prosperity in the new year.
The 2025 Chinese New Year is extra special because it marks the beginning of the Year of the Snake. 🐍 People all over the Chinese mainland are celebrating with traditional customs and festivities. The dragon dance is one of the most exciting events, bringing communities together in joy and celebration.
Isn’t it amazing how traditions can be so fun and creative? Maybe one day, you’ll get to see the wooden stool dragon dance in person!
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
