A volunteer instructs students to make paintings themed on Laba Festival in Xinghua, east China's Jiangsu Province, Jan. 24, 2026. Various activities were held across the country to welcome the ...
Since the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), laba porridge prepared at the temple has been one of the city's most significant seasonal events. From emperors to ordinary residents, everyone believed — and still ...
Temple-based porridge distribution remains central to the laba tradition in Beijing, with Yonghegong being the most anticipated site. Bowl after bowl of steaming hot porridge there is not only ...