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People get hit by firecrackers during the Yanshui Beehive Rockets Festival, as part of the Chinese Lantern Festival or " Yuan Xiao Jie", in Tainan County February 16, 2011. It is believed by locals that bad luck will go away after one is bombed with beehive firecrackers, a tradition that has evolved into a huge tourist attraction. The Lantern Festival is celebrated on the 15th day of the Lunar New Year with festivities and celebrations across the island. Picture taken February 16, 2011. REUTERS/Stringer (TAIWAN - Tags: SOCIETY)

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In this print captured by REUTERS, the intensity and excitement of the Yanshui Beehive Rockets Festival during the Chinese Lantern Festival in Tainan County is vividly portrayed. The image showcases a moment where people are being hit by firecrackers, an integral part of this traditional event. The festival holds great significance for locals who believe that being bombed with beehive firecrackers will rid them of bad luck. Over time, this unique tradition has transformed into a major tourist attraction, drawing visitors from all corners of the globe to witness its spectacle. Set against a backdrop of vibrant lanterns and amidst an atmosphere charged with anticipation, participants willingly subject themselves to these explosive displays. The photograph captures their expressions ranging from exhilaration to awe as they experience the bombardment firsthand. Celebrated on the 15th day of Lunar New Year, the Lantern Festival is marked across Taiwan with grand festivities and jubilant celebrations. It serves as a culmination of joyous events that have unfolded since the beginning of the lunar calendar year. This image not only encapsulates cultural traditions but also highlights how communities come together to embrace their heritage while attracting outsiders through shared experiences. Through this single frame frozen in time, we catch a glimpse into both ancient customs and modern tourism trends converging harmoniously in Tainan County's enchanting celebration.

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