Kite's China kite

Weifang City, Shandong Province is praised as "the kite capital of the world" by all countries. Weifang, Shandong Province is a famous kite producing area in China. In the Ming dynasty, there appeared artists who could tie kites. In the Qing Dynasty, with the popularity of kite-flying custom, the art of kite-flying reached its peak. During the Daoguang period, Guo's Zhuzhi Ci in Qingming described: "On the 104th day of cold food, white waves were flying and kites were swinging, which was even more chaotic than the first time." Zheng Banqiao has a poem: "Paper flowers fly like snow all over the sky, charming girls swing around, five-color skirts swing in the wind, and butterflies compete for spring." "Wei County Records" also records: "Qingming, children do paper spoons and swings in different ways. Besides cranes, swallows, butterflies and cicadas, he also made various figures, all of which were lifelike and ingenious. At the end of the Qing Dynasty, Weifang had formed a fixed kite market. Businessmen from all over the country came to Weifang to buy kites, and once renovated the design to attract customers. Butterflies and kites were made in a row. A large number of highly skilled kite artists have emerged. Weifang kites have three basic shapes: rope shape, hard wing shape and simple shape. Among them, the centipede is the most prominent, which is said to be inspired by the keel waterwheel. Now it has developed into many varieties, the small ones can be placed in the palm of your hand, and the big ones are hundreds of meters long and have different shapes and colors. From a simple centipede kite with white paper and red paper to a colorful nine-headed dragon kite with gold and silver. From the wonderfully conceived two dragons playing with beads to the "where is the sea" where three dragons fly in a "Y" shape in the air, it is really ever-changing and full of ingenuity.

Weifang international Kite Festival

Weifang International Kite Festival is an annual international kite festival, which is held in Weifang, the capital of kites, from April 20th to 25th every year. Since 1984, it has been held for 3 consecutive times, attracting a large number of Chinese and foreign kite experts, enthusiasts and tourists to watch, compete and visit.

Weifang, the world kite capital.

Weifang is a world-famous kite capital. On April 1984 and 1 day, Weifang Municipal People's Government held the first Weifang International Kite Fair at the suggestion of American friend David Chekhov. Since then, the annual Weifang International Kite Fair has been held in Weifang. By 20 15, Weifang has been held for 32 consecutive times. 1April, 1987, Weifang was identified as the "Kite Capital of the World" by the Presidium of the 5th International Kite Club. The International Kite Federation has also made a decision to locate the headquarters of the International Kite Federation in Weifang.

Yangjiang kite

Yangjiang 1993 was awarded "China Kite Town" by the State Sports Commission. Since then, Yangjiang has designated the annual Double Ninth Festival as the Kite Festival. The most distinctive kite in Yangjiang is Ganoderma lucidum. It is oval, with a white cloud at the top, a lively deer running and a ganoderma lucidum in its mouth. On the top of the kite, a thin cane is oiled and then spread on the bow. It barks in the air and can be heard in Fiona Fang several kilometers away. It is similar to a hard-winged kite when flying, and can form a pair of "pouches", which are slightly bent downward to form arc-shaped wing sections. There is a long pole in the middle, and the pattern of Lukou Ganoderma lucidum is tied below it. It is unique, exquisite and unique. It is a unique variety of traditional Chinese kites, which can be compared with Beijing "Shayan" and Nantong "Hexagon". Moreover, the Ganoderma lucidum kite is a veritable "kite". The bow is very long, the rattan strings are very tight, the wind blows the strings, and the sound reaches the sky. There are many varieties of ganoderma lucidum kites, such as "Lotus Leaf". 1990, at the 7th International Kite Fair, Yangjiang's "Ganoderma lucidum" kite based on the folklore "Legend of the White Snake" was awarded as one of the "Top Ten Kites in the World". Besides "Ganoderma lucidum" and "centipede", the biggest feature of Yangjiang kite is "flower kite". This kind of kite has the widest binding foundation and the most varieties. There are all kinds of images of flowers, plants, fish, insects, animals and people, such as double peaches, double phoenixes, pomegranates, birds returning to their nests, and pride like peacocks. Therefore, Yangjiang City is called "Paper Bird City".

Kaifeng kite

Kaifeng kites have a long history, many kinds and fine workmanship. Kaifeng kites can be roughly divided into six categories: hard-winged kites, such as Bigfoot Swallow and Cicada. Soft-winged kites: such as eagles and butterflies; String kites: such as string geese and string dragons; Barrel kites (or three-dimensional kites): such as dragon pavilions and rockets; Board kites: such as seven stars and eight diagrams. Among them, longting kite and dragon kite are the most famous. The "Longxiang" kite is more than 200 meters long and weighs 20 kilograms. After flying, it was magnificent and touching. And boneless kites. Kaifeng has also developed exquisite miniature kites, which are petite and exquisite and put in the palm of your hand for people to fondle, collect and fly. Kaifeng kites have become the favorite collection and appreciation of kite lovers at home and abroad. Kaifeng kites are very popular because Kaifeng people have a custom. On this day, Tomb-Sweeping Day put the kite high and far, and then deliberately cut the kite string to let it float away with the wind, which means that the accumulated "depressed gas" can be completely released without getting sick. Moreover, kites are full of hope. For example, the swallow kite is painted with fish, which implies more than one year. For example, bats, peaches, pine trees and cranes are painted on kites, which means happiness and longevity, and pine cranes will prolong life. Kaifeng people regard flying kites as an entertainment and fitness activity dedicated to nature. Flying kites in the spring breeze in April is the favorite activity of Kaifeng citizens. This activity is also very beneficial, suitable for all ages. By flying kites in the wild suburbs, we can absorb fresh air, exercise, cultivate sentiment, enhance physical fitness and make our bodies healthier and happier.