Chongqing - The Hanfu enthusiasts that wear traditional Chinese costumes stroll around parks in downtown Chongqing in the Spring. They are dressed in sweeping robes with wide sleeves and crossed collars, embroidered with butterflies, flowers, and traditional patterns with elaborate make-up and intricate headpieces that define Hanfu fashion.

The regal and colorful costumes light up the Dadukou Park and Zhonghua Meide Park, or Chinese Virtue Park, injecting a sense of culture into the parks in Chongqing.

Cultural parks attract Hanfu lovers

Wu Jingyu, in her 20s, is not only a big fan of Hanfu but a professional tailor with prior long apprentice experience. In addition to making Hanfu, she also likes to find places suitable for photographing with Hanfu. 

Wu came to the Chinese Virtue Park for its strong Chinese style, so she often invites friends to come here to take pictures in Hanfu. 

She has a WeChat group called "Chongqing Hanfu Activity Group." The group of friends is Hanfu culture lovers from all over the country. The group friends are amazed by her photos taken in Dadukou Park, Chinese Virtue Park, and other places.

In April 2021, more than 20 Hanfu culture enthusiasts gathered at Dadukou District to check in several famous parks and document the happy life of local people and park culture through the short video platforms. 

Wu said that she is looking for a store in Dadukou District, hoping to open a Hanfu custom studio.

Third Hanfu Culture Flower Festival

More than 300 Hanfu lovers from different districts and counties in Chongqing have recently participated in the third Hanfu Culture Flower Festival.

In addition to the Hanfu parade and theatrical performances, it also hosted some interactive projects such as the Chinese style market, Hanfu cultural experience, etiquette culture lecture, and traditional shadow play.

Li Peng, a 27-year-old Hanfu enthusiast, didn't expect that "fairies" with fluttering colorful clothes often appear at the parks. Dressed in Hanfu, some are playing the guzheng, a Chinese plucked zither, and playing the sword, some walking with an umbrella, the others wearing flowers and willows. "It is very beautiful."

Li Peng said that Chongqing is indeed a  park city. Parks where can fulfill the colorful life of citizens, such as dancing, singing, running, fitness, or other activities.

"The resurgence of Hanfu tells the younger generation's recognition of traditional culture," said the organizer of the Hanfu event, that he hopes to incorporate traditional culture into the park city.