Kite-flying FengZheng at Hae-kwan, on the Ninth Day of Ninth Moo / China / Drawn by T. Allom Engraved by

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Kites are a traditional game with a long history in China, also known as “fengzheng,” “paper kites,” “paper eagles,” and other names. In ancient times, they were called “yao” in the south and “yuan” in the north, often referred to as “nan yao, bei yuan.” During the late Tang Dynasty, people began attaching whistles to kites, and the sound produced resembled the music of a zither or an organ. This led to the names “fengzheng” or “fengou,” which are now used to describe kites in general, including those without whistles. Kite flying remains a popular traditional activity in China, enjoyed by people of all ages. / Property owner: artport, digitalization: artport.

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