Peach blossom festival takes center stage in Yantai

Actors dress in traditional costumes to perform a captivating opera performance. [Photo by Liu Fei for chinadaily.com.cn]

Delighted visitors streamed in from far and wide to take in the 2nd Yantai Weizi Mountain Peach Blossom Festival, recently held in Dahoushan village in the Laishan district of Yantai city – located in East China's Shandong province.

With some 67 hectares of peach blossoms having reached their peak bloom, the landscape provided a thrilling and colorful spectacle, enabling folks to witness the enchanting display of nature at its finest.

The festival offered an array of fun activities to complement the breathtaking scenery. Visitors watched vibrant traditional art performances and opera performances, and tried out local delicacies at a culinary side event.

Overall, the activities provided a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage and rustic charm of the region. The festival's popularity not only brought joy to the visitors, but also translated into increased income for local villagers. (Edited by Yang Yingxue)