As the Qixi Festival draws near, the timeless tale of the Cowherd and the Weaver Girl sets a romantic tone across the city. In Foshan Shunde's Lunjiao subdistrict, this festive spirit is brought to life through a curated mix of cultural activities, traditional flavors, and modern tourism offerings—all designed to celebrate love in its many forms.
Begin your journey with sweetness from "Xiwannianian", a time-honored brand with 133 years of history. Their traditional wedding pastries—symbolizing harmony and commitment—are offered in limited-time promotions, allowing couples to share a taste of betrothal tradition and poetic sweetness fit for the festival.
Mingshi Garden
Beyond the culinary delights, Lunjiao offers a rich lineup of cultural experiences. Mingshi Garden opens at night for the first time, inviting guests to don Han attire and enjoy complimentary photo sessions amid historical settings.
Discover the art of gambiered Guangdong silk, an intangible cultural heritage, through hands-on workshops and promotions at various heritage brands including Baizile, Yunxi, and Tangxian.
The festivities extend to food and lodging: local restaurants like Zhenzhibao (珍之宝酒楼) and Huanjie Lunjiao Cake (欢姐伦教糕) offer special Qixi menus and gifts, while hotels such as Shunde Holiday Inn and Ximi B&B provide romantic packages to ensure a memorable stay.
Blending traditional customs with contemporary tourism, Lunjiao has crafted a complete cultural experience—offering leisure, shopping, dining, and hospitality in one charming destination.
This Qixi, come to Lunjiao to savor sweet traditions and create lasting memories under the stars.
Reporter: Ouyang Shaowei
Video: Dai Jiaxin, Xiong Lin
Photo: Dai Jiaxin, Publicity Office of Lunjiao Subdistrict
Editor: Liu Lingzhi, Wei Shen, James Campion, Shen He
