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Da Jiu: Dragons, Gods and Ancestors

Duration: 50 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two Northern Ireland (Analogue)Latest broadcast: on BBC Two England

Hugh Baker reports on the survival of ancient Chinese traditions in the New Territories of China, outside Communist China. The village of Ha Tsuen performs its ten-yearly Da Jiu rites, which are performed to bring peace and prosperity to the villagers and drive away evil spirits. Show less

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