Tradition and tech converge in mountain festival

At the heart of the event, a professional actress portraying Muluojia, draped in a regal purple robe and holding sheaves of wheat symbolizing life and renewal, leads 12 flower deities, six male and six female, in a ritual of "bestowing flowers and blessings" for visitors. The performance turns layered cultural memory into a vivid, participatory experience.

Lingzi Kan Shijie (Lingzi watches the world), a travel blogger with millions of followers, said: "The scenery here is absolutely stunning! It's a place for all ages. You can take in the views, try local delicacies, and experience Zhuang culture and lifestyle. It's truly special."

Another online influencer, Huasheng (peanut) Camille, who traveled all the way from Beijing, said: "The scenery here is exceptionally beautiful, so different from Northern China — lush mountains, clear waters, birdsong, and a calm, almost ethereal atmosphere. I love it!"