Guo Ju Pavilion
The Guoju Pavilion was introduced from the Yueqing area of Wenzhou during the Ming and Qing Dynasties. It has a history of more than 300 years and is also known as the "mobile stage" in the local area. Children in various costumes wear heavy makeup and costumes, sit or stand on the high pavilion, and are carried by eight strong men. The pavilion team shuttles through the countryside and tours around. The pavilion is an important part of the Guoju Temple Fair. The Guoju Pavilion combines historical stories, myths and legends, and integrates dance, painting, opera and acrobatics into one, fully demonstrating the richness and diversity of local folk art. The pavilion has a unique shape and magnificent spirit. It is made of strips of wood. It is generally about 4 meters high, 1.5 meters wide, and 1 or 2 meters deep. There is a "stage" style on the pavilion, decorated with various simple and peculiar patterns. The children sitting on the "stage" who play ancient costume characters are tied with ropes to prevent them from falling. A gasoline lamp is hung at the highest point of the pavilion so that the "stage" can be illuminated at night. Information source: Ningbo Cultural Center (Ningbo Exhibition Hall Ningbo Intangible Cultural Heritage Protection Center) (No pictures yet, welcome to provide.) Information source: Ningbo Cultural Center (Ningbo Exhibition Hall Ningbo Intangible Cultural Heritage Protection Center) (No pictures yet, welcome to provide.)