Jianhu Fireworks

Jianhu Fireworks

　　 A traditional handicraft of Jianhu County. From the late Ming to early Qing Dynasty, Li Yixian from Lijiazhuang in Jianhu was skilled in making firecrackers and fireworks. The craft has been passed down through generations, making the Li family a well-known "fireworks" dynasty. The Li family’s fireworks come in four main categories: aerial fireworks, handheld fireworks, ground fireworks, and firecrackers. Featured items include "Fairy Scattering Flowers," "Colorful Butterflies Dancing," and the "Nine Dragons." When lit, they shoot like meteors or arrows, and as they soar, they spurt out nine colorful beams, resembling nine dragons vying for a pearl. Deeply loved by many, they are sold across the country.