As winter sets in and the Chinese New Year approaches, Guangdong is rolling out the red carpet for travelers from around the world. To celebrate the recent extension of China's visa-free transit policy—allowing international visitors up to 240 hours of visa-free stay—the Department of Culture and Tourism of Guangdong Province hosted two vibrant pop-up events on December 18 and 20. The events took place at Beijing Daxing International Airport and Chengdu Tianfu International Airport, offering a dynamic showcase of Lingnan culture and a heartfelt invitation to spend the Spring Festival in Guangdong.
ThethrillofYinggeDance
PassengersweretreatedtoelectrifyingperformancesofYingge,atraditionalLingnandanceknownforitsintensedrumbeatsandmartialartistry.Inastunningdisplay,performersdressedupasheroesfromWaterMargin(aChinesenovelfromtheMingdynasty)wieldedwoodensticks,usingintricatefootworkandformationstotelltalesofbraveryandcamaraderie.TheunexpectedspectaclebroughttheuniquespiritofGuangdongtolife,captivatingonlookersanddrawingapplausefromtravelersnearandfar.
Aculturalcelebrationforall
Thefestivitiesdidn'tendwiththeperformances.Travelerswereinvitedtointeractwiththeperformers,snapphotos,andimmersethemselvesinthehistoryandartistryofYinggedance.TofurtherspreadthecharmofGuangdong,theeventofferedvisitorsculturalbrochuresandcreativesouvenirsthathighlightedtheprovince'srichheritageanddiversetourismofferings.
WelcomingtheworldtoGuangdong
Thisyear,Guangdonghasbroughtitsculturaltreasurestolifewithover100pop-upeventsatinternationalairports,firmlyestablishingthe“VibrantGuangdong,TrendyGreaterBayArea”brand.Theseeffortshavesparkedinterestandexcitementamongtravelers,manyofwhomexpressedanewfounddesiretovisitGuangdongandexploreitsuniqueculture.
As the Year of the Snake approaches, Guangdong warmly invites you to experience a Spring Festival like no other. From its vibrant traditions to its welcoming atmosphere, Guangdong promises a joyful and memorable celebration for all.
MakethisChineseNewYearunforgettable—comeandcelebrateinGuangdong!
Reporter:LiFangwang
Photo&video:DepartmentofCultureandTourismofGuangdongProvince
Videoediting:OuNanying
Editor:HuNan,ShenHe