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Cheung Chau Bun Festival |
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Cheung Chau Bun Festival is celebrated in the month of April or May . The venue is Cheng Chau Island of Honkong . White Chinese buns are the leitmotif of the festival . The bamboo structure is stuffed with Chinese buns .The idols of Goddesses are located in close proximity to Pak Tai Temple .The festival exhibits a riot of color through its vibrant street parade . The parade is boisterous and children partake in the procession . The children stand on elevated structures in garish costumes which infuse a colorful zeal and exuberance in the festival .
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History of Celebration of Birthday of Che Kung:
The festival's origin dates back to as long as 100 years . The village was struck by the malady of plague when the villagers in the camouflage of various Gods and Goddesses ambled around the island to wipe out the ominous spirit . Some believe that the festival aims to expel the evil spirit by adjuration . The deep rooted belief is portrayed through the myriad activities of the participants in the festival . The festival bespeaks of vibrant colors , exuberant images and sounds of celebration .
Previously the agile participants would run and climb to the top of the tower . They would take the buns from the top of the tower and distribute it to the people standing beneath the tower. This event witnessed an accident in 1978 as a result of which the ceremony was jettisoned . The festival is replete with the unbridled exhilaration and excitement of the people . The visual appeal attached to the festival bespeaks of a plenitude of excitement and frenzied people coupled with profound religious connotation .
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