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Unparalleled land dragon boat race takes place in NW.China’s Xinjiang
Published: Jun 24, 2023 06:03 PM
In the inland region of Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, local people also stage a unique dragon boat race on the land rather than in the water as it usually does.

In the inland region of Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, local people also stage a unique dragon boat race on the land rather than in the water as it usually does.

During the traditional Dragon Boat Festival, dragon boat races are held across the country. Even in the inland region of Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, local people also stage a unique dragon boat race on the land rather than in the water as it usually does.

In the on-site videos captured by the spectators, it can be seen that the intensity of the land dragon boat race is no less than that of the water dragon boat race. The team members sit on dragon boats equipped with wheels and propel them forward using bamboo poles and sticks.

It is reported that the land dragon boat race, also known as "dry-docked dragon boat," is a simulated dragon boat race conducted on land. It has been held in many places and greatly tests the teamwork, coordination and synchronization of the participants.

"Dragon Boat Festival is a celebration for all Chinese people, regardless of the places they came from. It's wonderful that everyone has the opportunity to immerse themselves in the warm atmosphere of the holiday," a netizen said.