Liu Zongyuan, a renowned writer, philosopher and politician from the Tang Dynasty (618-907). Cultural figures and artists from all walks of life gathered at Lingling Ancient Town to participate in a series of commemorative events, including intangible cultural heritage-themed performances and a parade through the ancient town. This year marks the 1,253rd anniversary of the birth of Liu Zongyuan. The local authority has held the Qingming Festival Memorial Ceremony for 26 consecutive years to pay tribute to this great litterateur and thinker. (Photo/Guo Li, Hunan Daily) 

Liu Zongyuan, a renowned writer, philosopher and politician from the Tang Dynasty (618-907). Cultural figures and artists from all walks of life gathered at Lingling Ancient Town to participate in a series of commemorative events, including intangible cultural heritage-themed performances and a parade through the ancient town. This year marks the 1,253rd anniversary of the birth of Liu Zongyuan. The local authority has held the Qingming Festival Memorial Ceremony for 26 consecutive years to pay tribute to this great litterateur and thinker. (Photo/Guo Li, Hunan Daily) 

Liu Zongyuan, a renowned writer, philosopher and politician from the Tang Dynasty (618-907). Cultural figures and artists from all walks of life gathered at Lingling Ancient Town to participate in a series of commemorative events, including intangible cultural heritage-themed performances and a parade through the ancient town. This year marks the 1,253rd anniversary of the birth of Liu Zongyuan. The local authority has held the Qingming Festival Memorial Ceremony for 26 consecutive years to pay tribute to this great litterateur and thinker. (Photo/Guo Li, Hunan Daily) 

This article is from Hunan Provincial Government. www.enghunan.gov.cn.

Translator: Xiao Juan

Chinese source: hunantoday