Kazak culture in full bloom in Emin of Xinjiang

Two little girls, at the event "Tacheng: the flower blooms" pose for a photo after a performance in Emin county, Tacheng prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, May 26, 2016. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

The large cultural event "Tacheng: the flower blooms" came to Emin county on Tuesday with a theme of "warm Tacheng". The event showcases traditional Kazakh handicrafts, including embroidery, saddle making, dombra (a two-stringed Kazak instrument) making and pyrograph.

Traditional Kazakh dance and sports were also performed during the event. At the same time, 16 couples from three different ethnic groups held a group golden wedding ceremony, filling all participants with warm feelings.