The Qintong Boat Racing

　　　　The Qintong Boat Racing Festival takes place on the second day of the Qingming Festival in Qintong Town, Jiangyan City. The boats are categorized into pole boats, rowing boats, flower boats, tribute boats, and “turning-wife boats,” among others. With different types, events, styles, and costumes, each stands out in its own way. When the races begin, thousands of boats dash forward in a spectacular display. After the races, there are also folk activities such as performances, banquets, and the presenting of the leading pole. Year after year, locals continue this tradition, staging joyful games that fill the water town with a festive atmosphere.

　　 Jiangsu Taizhou