In Jun'an, the hometown of martial arts legend Bruce Lee in Shunde, Foshan, a traditional parade offers visitors a taste of local culture—and plenty of warm hospitality.
Residents and local businesses offer free water, herbal tea, fruit and pastries along the parade route.
On October 21, Cangmen Village came alive with drums, cymbals, colorful banners and ceremonial palanquins during the annual Guandi and Houwang Parade. With a history of more than 170 years, the celebration is a provincial-level intangible cultural heritage item in Guangdong.
Passersby are welcome to help themselves.
Along the parade route, residents welcomed visitors with free bottled water, herbal tea, fresh fruit and local snacks. One family even prepared roast pig and steaming bowls of pork offal congee to share with the crowds.
Drums beat, cymbals clash and colorful banners fill the streets of Cangmen during the parade.
Teenagers play traditional drums and cymbals during the parade.
Visitors came to experience the festivities, drawn by the lively atmosphere and local traditions. Some were initially hesitant to accept the food, but the residents' hospitality soon put them at ease.
The celebration also brings generations together, with children handing out red envelopes, teenagers playing traditional percussion instruments and young adults carrying the ceremonial palanquins.
A family poses for a group photo during the parade.
In Bruce Lee's hometown, there's more to discover than kung fu. From vibrant folk traditions to generous local hospitality, Jun'an offers visitors a memorable glimpse of Shunde's culture and community.
Reporter: Lan Zhiling
Photos: Publicity Department of Jun'an Town
