Drumbeats Echo Across Guangzhou as Dragon Boat Season Begins

City Life | With river breezes and the rhythmic beat of drums echoing through the city, Guangzhou has officially entered its annual dragon boat season. Rooted in Lingnan culture for thousands of years, dragon boat racing has become one of Guangzhou’s most recognizable cultural traditions. In recent days, villages across the city have held traditional activities including dragon boat awakening ceremonies and blessing rituals, while dragon boat competitions are unfolding throughout the city, creating a festive atmosphere. This centuries-old tradition continues to bring energy and excitement to Guangzhou each early summer. #citylife

初夏羊城，江风拂面、鼓点铿锵，广州全面进入“龙舟时间”。作为扎根岭南千年的经典民俗，赛龙舟早已融入广州城市血脉，成为极具辨识度的城市文化符号。连日来，多条村落相继举行起龙唤醒、新船竣水、祈福等古朴仪式，各项赛事火热展开，成为城市靓丽的风景线。

翻译：金姿（实习）

审校：罗洁

终审：王予湉