Customs and Localities of Luoyang, Henan Province

Because it has long been the political, economic and cultural center of China's history, the history and culture of the ancient capital of Luoyang can be said to be far-reaching and profound, and folk culture is an important part of it. The content of Luoyang folk culture is very rich, whether it is material production, food, clothing, housing, life rituals, festivals and temple fairs, or handicrafts, games and juggling, folklore, dialects and slang, all in all, it is a great sight. There are four main categories: the opera and performing arts represented by Heluo drums, rows of drums, lion dances, dragon dances, dry boats, stilts, shadow puppets, juggling, etc., the festivals and temple fairs represented by Guanlin Temple Fair, Luoyang Folk Culture Temple Fair, Lantern Festival and other traditional festivals, the food and drink represented by Luoyang water feasts and folk snacks (such as battered noodles, hot noodle corners, non-turning soup, various kinds of broths and braised vegetables), the food and drinks represented by embroidery, carving, ceramics, pottery, and other folk arts. embroidery, carving, ceramics, clay figures, New Year's paintings, paper-cutting and other folk crafts. These contents all present a unique personality and moving charm.

And then there are the Yixi kilns, the ancient music, the Heluo drums, and the Luoyang opera

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