Gaocheng Palace Lantern

Gaocheng Palace Lantern is a famous traditional handicraft produced from Gaocheng District, Shijiazhuang City. Dating back to the Eastern Han Dynasty and flourished in the Sui and Tang dynasties, it got its name “Palace Lantern” for it could only be used in the imperial court. The traditional palace lantern is handmade and renowned both domestically and internationally for its beautiful patterns and easy preservation.

Changshan War Drum
Changshan War Drum in Zhengding boasts a long history. It began to take shape as early as in the Warring States Period. It is a folk Gong-drum made up of some percussion instruments, mainly used in performance at squares.

Shijiazhuang Sixian Opera
Shijiazhuang Sixian Opera is an exclusive traditional opera in Hebei Province. Its performance is enthusiastic, bold, exaggerated and unconstrained with a unique local style. Each type of the role has its unique actions, which are different from those of other dramas.

Zhengding Gaozhao
Zhengding Gaozhao (Note: A kind of folk acrobatic) is a representative performance of the folk art parade in Zhengding. Performers perform various movements with bamboo poles on their bodies, basically equivalent to the Dinggan (One acrobat carries a pole on his shoulder, and the other one performs on it). in acrobatics. It is mainly performed during traditional festivals, celebrations and agricultural holidays.

Jingxing Lahua
Jingxing Lahua is one of the most representative folk dances in Jingxing County, originating from the performance in folk art parade during festivals, temple fairs and celebrations. It has developed into a unique dance form based on the unique geographical and cultural characteristics of Jingxing County.

Painted-face Shehuo in Taolinping Village Jingxing County

Painted-face Shehuo is a folk cultural activity in Taolinping Village, Jingxing County, which has a long history. Shehuo performance remains the ancient style in costume, props and facial make-up, and hence it is called Painted-face Shehuo.

Source: Foreign Affairs Office Of Shijiazhuang Municipal People's Goverment