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Kinmen's 'Land Dragon Boat' Race Draws Cheers and Laughter

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A fun, land-based dragon boat race took place in Kinmen, Taiwan, with 35 teams competing.
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Kinmen, Taiwan โ€“ A lively "land dragon boat" race filled the Kinmen "Little Giant Egg" stadium with cheers and excitement as 35 teams participated in the unique event. The competition, part of the "Sports i Taiwan 2.0" initiative, brought together participants of all ages for a day of fun and physical activity.

The land dragon boat race reminds me of Kinmen's traditional folk custom of "running dry boats." Children can experience the meaning behind the traditional water-based dragon boat festival through the land dragon boat.

โ€” Chen Hsiang-linKinmen County Deputy Magistrate Chen Hsiang-lin speaking at the event.

Deputy Magistrate Chen Hsiang-lin attended to support the participants, noting the race's connection to traditional Kinmen folk customs like "running dry boats." He highlighted how the land dragon boat race allows children to experience the spirit behind the traditional water-based dragon boat festival.

Wang Chih-jen, director of the Kinmen Sports Development Center, described the land dragon boat race, also known as "dry land dragon boat" or "inflatable caterpillar" race, as a popular activity both domestically and internationally. He emphasized that the event tests teamwork, coordination, and้ป˜ๅฅ‘ (mรฒqรฌ - unspoken understanding), making it an engaging parent-child activity.

The land dragon boat activity aligns with the national promotion of mass sports, allowing people of all ages to exercise and stay strong through various means.

โ€” Wu Tseng-yunExecutive Director of the Kinma Joint Service Center of the Executive Yuan Wu Tseng-yun speaking at the event.

The competition featured various categories, including parent-child, elementary school, and social groups. The parent-child category saw heartwarming interactions, with some children riding atop the "dragon" while parents pulled them along. Despite occasional tumbles, participants embraced the spirit of fun and resilience, picking themselves up and continuing with laughter. The event concluded with awards for the winning teams in each category.

The land dragon boat, also known as "dry land dragon boat" or "inflatable caterpillar" race, has become popular in recent years both domestically and internationally. It requires teamwork and coordination, making it a fun and athletic parent-child activity.

โ€” Wang Chih-jenDirector of the Kinmen Sports Development Center Wang Chih-jen explaining the event.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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