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Hunan dragon and lion dance competition celebrates cultural vitality

By Li Muyun in Changsha | chinadaily.com.cn
Updated: 05:29 PM (GMT+8) Sept 24, 2025
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A rural dragon and lion dance competition concludes on Sunday in Linwu county, Chenzhou, Hunan province. [Photo by Chen Weiping /For chinadaily.com.cn]

A rural dragon and lion dance competition concluded on Sunday in Linwu county of Chenzhou, Hunan province, showcasing the dynamic rural culture traditions in the region.

The two-day event saw spirited participation from 60 teams representing cities and autonomous prefectures across the province.

A team from Linwu county wins the special prize in Freestyle Dragon Dance event on Sunday. [Photo by Chen Weiping /For chinadaily.com.cn]
A team from Hunan Zhenpeng Dragon and Lion Troupe competes in the Freestyle Southern Lion Dance event. [Photo by Chen Weiping /For chinadaily.com.cn]
A team from Shaoyang Heshan Dragon and Lion Sports Association participates in the Traditional (Creative) Dragon Dance event. [Photo by Chen Weiping /For chinadaily.com.cn]
A dragon dance team from Chujiang town, Linwu county, competes in the event on Saturday. [Photo by Chen Weiping /For chinadaily.com.cn]

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