In a vibrant display of Chinese traditions, Liede Village in Tianhe District, Guangzhou City, welcomed a multitude of dragon boats from neighboring villages on June 22nd. This auspicious day, which coincides with the traditional Chinese festival of Dragon Boat Festival, witnessed a spirited gathering of boats, fostering a sense of unity and heartfelt camaraderie among participants. Starting at 11 a.m., dragon boats from various neighboring villages gracefully traversed the Liede Creek, accompanied by the rhythmic beats of drums and the synchronized movements of youthful flag bearers. The lively atmosphere was further enhanced as the boats swayed and danced, creating a captivating spectacle for onlookers.

Following the long-standing tradition, dragon boats from Guangzhou's villages would take turns visiting their neighboring villages since the first day of the fifth lunar month, strengthening their bonds and fostering friendship. In turn, each village plays host, inviting the visiting guests to partake in a sumptuous dragon boat feast. When a village visits its sister village, it is known as "Chen Jing", and when a village invites its sister village, it is known as "Zhao Jing".

Among the participants, one distinguished individual caught the attention of reporters. Mr. Li Dafu, a spirited 70-year-old man from Dali Town, Nanhai District, Foshan City, is the most experienced member of his village's dragon boat team. "We share the same ancestral roots with Liede Village and have maintained a tradition of mutual visits and kinship," Mr. Li Dafu expressed. He emphasized the significance of the dragon boat activities, highlighting their role in preserving fraternal bonds and upholding the rich heritage of traditional Chinese culture.

Notably, the dragon boat teams comprise not only seasoned members but also enthusiastic young individuals. Among them is Cen Cankun, a 29-year-old from Miaotou Village, Suidong Street, Huangpu District, Guangzhou City. "We set off with two dragon boats around 8 a.m., and after about an hour's journey, we arrived in Liede," Cen Cankun shared. Steeped in tradition, Cen Cankun began participating in dragon boat races from a young age, influenced by his elders. Now, as an adult, he continues to embrace this annual tradition, visiting Liede Village during the Dragon Boat Festival. With an optimistic outlook, he added, "When I have a son in the future, I will pass down the tradition of dragon boat racing to him as well."

The preparations for the warm reception of visiting guests commenced early in the day, with the entire staff of Liede Village diligently engaged in their tasks. As customary, the village played host by providing the esteemed visitors with a special dragon boat feast. Chen Huijun, a guide of Liede Village, revealed that a staggering 468 tables were set up, estimating the attendance of approximately 5,000 guests. This grand feast marks the largest celebration since the village's relocation. In addition to the dragon boat feast, Liede Village also distributed dragon boat pastries to over 1,100 elderly individuals.

Reflecting on the spectacle unfolding before his eyes, Li, a resident of Yangji Village in Yuexiu District, expressed profound emotions. Li remarked on the romanticism inherent in witnessing such vivid displays of traditional culture, acknowledging it as an exclusive treasure of the Chinese people and a profound testament to the enduring legacy imprinted．

视频+图集｜广州猎德：龙舟聚首百舸争流，宾朋满座畅叙情谊

6月22日是农历五月初五，是中国的传统节日端午节，也是广州市天河区猎德村的龙舟招景日。上午11时起，陆续有来自兄弟老表村的龙舟来猎德村探亲。来自不同兄弟老表村的龙舟在猎德涌上穿梭，龙舟上年轻的旗手还跟随鼓点节奏踩动龙舟，让龙舟“摇头摆尾”，更添气氛。

按照惯例，每年农历五月初一起，广州龙舟都会轮流外出到兄弟村探亲，相互之间联络友谊。同时各村轮流做东，请到访的客人吃龙舟宴。本村外出去兄弟村拜会，称作“趁景”；本村做东邀请兄弟村，则称作“招景”。

岸边，一位头发花白、精神矍铄的老人吸引了记者的注意，他叫李达甫，今年70岁，来自佛山市南海区大沥镇漖表村，是村里扒龙舟队伍中最资深的队员。“我们和猎德同宗同源，一直以来都有相互探亲的习俗。”李达甫说，龙舟招景、趁景活动对于维系兄弟情谊、传承传统文化有重要意义。

扒龙舟的还有不少年轻面孔，来自黄埔区穗东街庙头村的岑灿坤就是其中一员，他今年29岁。“我们2艘龙舟从早上8点出发，扒了大概1个多钟抵达猎德。”他说，扒龙舟是传统习俗，在父辈的影响下，他从小学就开始扒龙舟了，而成年之后基本每年都会扒龙舟来到猎德村趁景。“以后我有了儿子，也会继续让他扒龙舟。”

为了招待前来趁景的兄弟老表们，猎德村全体工作人员一早就忙活开了。按照惯例，招景日当天，村里要做东请到访的宾客吃龙船饭。猎德人家讲解员陈慧君透露，当天猎德村共摆设468桌宴席，预计招待宾客约5000人，为该村回迁后最大型的一次宴席。除了龙船饭，猎德村还给1100余名老人发放了龙船饼。

家住越秀区杨箕村的李同学表示，当看到传统文化生动地展现在自己眼前时，心里感慨万千，这是独属于中国人的浪漫，也是刻在每一位中华儿女血肉里的传承，是对中华文化的一种深沉的爱。

文｜羊城晚报全媒体记者 符畅 实习生 李婧彤
图、视频拍摄｜羊城晚报全媒体记者 钟振彬
视频剪辑｜羊城晚报全媒体记者 王炯勋
翻译｜刘佳慧
责编 | 王楠