Ever seen fireworks made from molten iron? š„ Well, that's exactly what happened in Chongqing, China! Blacksmiths took center stage, spraying arcs of glowing molten iron into the night sky, creating a dazzling display that wowed everyone watching. āØ
This ancient folk art is called \"Dashuhua\" or \"Datiehua,\" which means \"striking tree flowers\" or \"striking iron flowers\" in Chinese. šø Back in the day, blacksmiths were inspired by the sparks from their forges and started tossing molten iron against walls during festivals for fun. Talk about playing with fire! š²
Today, this hot tradition is still going strong and has even been recognized as an intangible cultural heritage in China. It's not just a show; it's a fiery celebration of history and art that keeps the crowd fired up! š
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