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Dragon-Boat Festival at Leshanby He Zhifan Famous for its “tranquil river fringed with rich vegetation,” Leshan in Sichuan Province has the ideal setting for its Dragon-Boat Festival. The traditional Dragon-Boat Festival, a scene of bustling activity, blends Leshan’s culture, arts, economy, tourism and athletics into a wealth of features. On the fifth day of the fifth lunar month (early in June) each year, thousands upon thousands of Leshan people gather together along with tourists to celebrate the festival and enjoy the scenic splendor of Jiazhou, Leshan’s ancient name. High-rise buildings ornamented with colored lanterns and bright banners stand out along the river banks. On the river itself, gaily decorated dragon-shaped boats await their challenge, displaying their individual charms to their hearts’ content. One boat wags its head and tail, another spits fire and sprays water. Dragon-Boat Festival at Leshanby He Zhifan As the starter’s gun booms, the boats spring into action. Rows of dragons pull downstream, each striving to take the lead. In rhythm with the competition, wild music clangs across the river, as drums, gongs and horns sound enthusiastically. Seven pairs of athletes on each boat, bright in their team colors, row with tremendous outbursts of strength and chant in unison over the crest of every wave. The river rings with fervent cheers of “Go! Row! Go! Row!” from the banks, to the rhythm of the athletes’ oars. “The river extends as far as your eyes can see; Hundreds of dragon boats compete in a race for the winner.” Dragon-Boat Festival at Leshanby He Zhifan A highlight during this festive occasion is the customary chasing of ducks on the river, the climax of the daytime activity. Quacking ducks are tossed up over the water one after another. Immediately from the dragon boats, drums and gongs beat furiously as oarsmen strain their muscles to chase the floating ducks. The chasers crouch near the bow,