Categories: Events & Festivals

Enjoy the Suzhou Immortal Day 2015 – experience folk customs at its best

The immortal day of Suzhou is celebrated each year during the month of May. The highlights of the event include the temple fair and the scrumptious snacks and purchasing local products.  During the fair those who attend can witness various performances.  These performances include stilt walking, costume shows and Kunqu opera.

If you are making travel plans to Suzhou you could consider staying at one of the serviced apartments Suzhou have in store such as Ascott Midtown Suzhou that gives you easy access to temples where fairs are held.  The festival dates back to the Song Dynasty and celebrates Lv Dongbin who according to legends was an immortal living among common people acting as their saviour. In modern days locals believe that praying to him will bring them luck and happiness each year.

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