A folk performance called datiehua (spraying molten iron) is given in Shagou village, Chuandi town, Jincheng city, Shanxi province, Aug 14. The traditional show, which resembles a firework display, has a history dating back over 2,000 years and is a folk festival celebration held in Shanxi. Performers spray molten iron reaching temperatures of up to 1,700 Celsius into the air with specials tools filled with hot liquid iron. [Photo/sxgov.cn]

Visitors watch a datiehua performance in Shagou village, Chuandi town, Aug 14. The ancient folk show symbolizes prosperity for people in the town and is one of the highlight attractions drawing visitors to the area.[Photo/sxgov.cn]