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202014 minGdoc-short

Wuqiao Circus

202014 minGdoc-short

During the Chinese New Year holidays, Wuqiao Acrobatic World transforms into a vibrant playground for circus performers and spectators alike.

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During the Chinese New Year holidays, Wuqiao Acrobatic World transforms into a vibrant playground for circus performers and spectators alike.

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Lukas Bergerdirector

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Wuqiao, a small town in China, is home to a vibrant circus tradition. Generations of residents perform as clowns, magicians, and acrobats. During the Chinese New Year, the Wuqiao Acrobatic World transforms into a lively venue for audiences. Surrounded by Buddhist temples and Taoist sculptures, artists create a unique circus atmosphere. Backstage, the mood shifts to melancholy as performers navigate their lives in this world of illusion and play.

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