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Dunhuang murals reveal festival traditions

Updated: 2018-03-20 10:41:50

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Tonsure, the Five Dynasties (907-960AD) [Photo/Dunhuang Research Academy]

The most famous tradition on Longtaitou Festival was getting a haircut. Children got haircuts in hopes for healthy growth and a promising future. Grown-ups got haircuts to hope for good luck and a smooth new year.

A Child with a Tray on Top, Tang Dynasty [Photo/Dunhuang Research Academy]

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