Ever wished you could just burn away all your bad vibes? 🔥 In Fujian Province, people do just that at the spectacular Wangchuan ceremony!
Also known as Ong Chun, this ancient ritual is a vibrant tradition in Fujian's coastal areas and among Chinese communities in Melaka, Malaysia. It's all about driving away disasters and praying for good fortune at sea. 🌊✨
Imagine an elaborately decorated model ship, called the \"Wangchuan\" or \"King’s ship\", loaded with offerings like food, fruits, and paper-made artifacts. Then, set ablaze on the beach, it symbolically drifts away, taking misfortunes with it. 🛳️🔥
As the flames dance and the smoke rises, locals believe that misfortunes vanish, making way for peace and prosperity. It's a powerful way to bid adiós to bad luck! 🍀
This ancient custom has been passed down through generations, serving as a vivid cultural bond among Chinese communities living by the sea. Talk about keeping traditions alive! 🗺️🇨🇳
Fun fact: The Wangchuan ceremony was listed as a national-level intangible cultural heritage in China in 2011 and was inscribed onto UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity list in 2020. 🌟
So next time you're thinking about how to send off those negative vibes, maybe take a page from Fujian's book and let them sail away! 😉
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
