By Xinyi Li, EDITOR On November 24, the 3rd Affection through Red Leaves and Love Promises Witness kicked off in Wushan. Newlyweds crossed the brazier, bowed to Heaven and Earth, prayed to the Goddess for blessings and swapped tokens. Additionally, the event attracted many spectators to stop and watch.
The festival about "Love City of China" kicked off in Wushan County on November 24
At 8 o’clock on the evening of November 24, newlywed bowed their heads toward the direction of the Goddess. Additionally, they decorated the Jiangshan Hongye Hotel with the festive and characteristic atmosphere. The newlywed vowed to be faithful to their lovers and marriages as well as make a pledge of their eternal love. Afterward, with the familiar Wushan folk songs, the traditional wedding ceremony of Wushan kicked off.
Travelers from China witnessed love promises here
On November 25, the newlywed came to Qingshi Flavor Street hand in hand to bow and appreciate the Goddess. After swapping tokens, the newlywed came to the prayer wall to tie the bell and the heart lock together. Moreover, the host announced the successful ceremony of the Witness.
The dancing show at the festival
Travelers Witnessed Love Promises Here
“I am here not only to see the traditional folk wedding of Wushan. However, I also appreciate red leaves all over the mountains and even enjoy the famous Wushan Roast Fish.” Zhu Yuanli, from Rizhao City, Shandong Province, said with excitement that he learned from the newspaper in October about the particularly gorgeous red leaves of Wushan. Therefore, he came here. In the meantime, Zhu Yuanli witnessed the “Pledges of Eternal Love” Ceremony of the newlywed as a witness. These love stories and elements are worth exploring and have also established the reputation of ‘Love City Wushan’!
People recorded the wonderful moment by their cameras
The Love Witness of “Affection through Red Leaves and Love Promises” has been successfully held for three times. New elements are added every year, which is welcomed by young men, women, and citizens. The third Love Witness was hosted by the CPC Committee of Wushan County, the People's Government of Wushan County and Wushan County Tourism Development Committee and undertook by Chongqing Daily Newspaper Industry Group Outdoor Media Co., Ltd.
Travels from China witnessed love promises here
Source: CQCB