This weekend, Xiamen’s Yefengzhai Beach dazzled with a spectacular vision of color as the 2025 Cross-Straits (Xiamen) Kite Exchange took flight. From November 22 to 23, dynamic music set the stage for giant, soft-body kites shaped like dragons, butterflies and more, while formation stunt kite teams performed jaw-dropping routines high above the sand. 🪁✨
Stunt kite crews from across the strait—hailing from the Chinese mainland and the Taiwan region—brought their A-game, weaving kites in perfect sync and thrilling onlookers with loops, swoops and daring mid-air crosses. The fusion of music and movement felt like a live-action anime scene come to life! 🎶
But the fun wasn’t just for pros. A vibrant public kite-flying zone invited everyone—families, students and young explorers—to catch the wind and launch their own creations. Over at the DIY painting area, budding artists splashed bright paints on ready-made kites, turning blank canvases into flying masterpieces. 🎨
With waves lapping the shore and kites dancing overhead, the event became a playground for creativity and connection, celebrating cross-strait ties through shared passion. As dusk fell, LED-lit kites painted the evening sky in neon trails—an unforgettable finale that left crowds buzzing with excitement.
Keep your eyes on the sky and your social feeds ready—next year’s kite exchange promises even bigger thrills! 🌟
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Cross-straits kite exchange dazzles beach with stunning displays
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