Festivities are in full swing on the Chinese mainland as the Dragon Boat Festival lights up Changzhi City in Shanxi Province! In a vibrant gourd culture park, locals and visitors alike are buzzing about lucky gourds that are flying off the shelves.
These traditional handcrafted gourds, known as hulu in Chinese, carry a special pun: hulu sounds like fulu, which means blessings and prosperity. With daily sales surpassing 10,000 pieces in just the past week, this festive scene has turned an age-old craft into a modern symbol of good fortune.
The lively atmosphere is like a cultural pop-up event that feels straight out of your favorite festival playlist! Whether you’re a culture enthusiast, an entrepreneur looking for new trends, or simply someone who loves a touch of tradition with a modern twist, this gourd craze is not to be missed.
So grab your own lucky gourd and join the celebration—here's to a Dragon Boat Festival filled with prosperity and joy! 😊
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Lucky gourds fly off shelves as Dragon Boat Festival arrives
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