Hohhot warming up for Spring Festival celebrations

Artists perform the dragon dance at Monishan Town in Huimin district of Hohhot, North China's Inner Mongolia autonomous region, Jan 13. [Photo/IC]

An event designed to show off the best of Hohhot's traditional culture was launched at Monishan Town, Huimin district, in Inner Mongolia autonomous region, on Jan 13.

Dragon dance and shehuo shows (typical of folk customs celebrating traditional Chinese New Year) were highlights of the opening ceremony, creating a festive and joyful atmosphere.

The event, starting as a prelude to local Spring Festival celebrations, will conclude on March 8.

Visitors are set to be treated to 23 exciting activities, including exhibitions, live performances, a month-long food festival and shopping opportunities.

A folk performance called naoge staged at a cultural event held at Monishan Town of Hohhot, Inner Mongolia autonomous region, Jan 13. [Photo/IC]