Which place has a traditional sea festival

There is a tradition of sea worship in Tianheng, Qingdao.

Each region has its own unique cultural traditions, and residents of China's coastal areas express their reverence and gratitude to the sea through sea rituals. In northern China, there is a massive sea-sacrifice event, the Tianheng Sea Sacrifice Festival, which has become a member of the national intangible cultural heritage list.

The Tianheng Sea Sacrifice Festival originated in Zhougezhuang Village, Tianheng Township, in Jimo City, Qingdao, and has a history of hundreds of years. This traditional event is not just a festival, but a journey of gratitude to nature. Every year, from the end of November to the beginning of December, when local residents have prepared all kinds of offerings, they will go to the beach to hold a grand ceremony of sea worship.

During this ceremony, people pay tribute to their deceased relatives and pray to the sea for its forgiveness and blessings. At the same time, they also express their gratitude to nature for the rich fishing resources and the beautiful beaches that the sea has provided them with. This traditional sea ritual is a sign of gratitude to nature and a reflection of the lifestyle of the coastal residents.

The significance of the Tianheng Sea Sacrifice Festival on the national intangible cultural heritage list

The Tianheng Sea Sacrifice Festival was inscribed on the national intangible cultural heritage list in 2008, which is a kind of affirmation and protection of this activity. By including this event in the list, we are able to better pass on and promote this unique cultural tradition. It is not just a festival, but a cultural symbol that represents the reverence and gratitude of coastal Chinese people for nature.

The selection of the Tianheng Sea Festival not only highlights the diversity and uniqueness of traditional Chinese culture, but also makes people more aware of the importance of nature. It reminds us to respect nature, protect the environment and live in harmony with nature***. It is hoped that such traditional activities will receive more attention and protection, so that our future generations can also continue to feel the gifts and blessings of nature.