The third Traditional Sports International Festival wrapped up recently, with Tianhe district of Guangzhou, capital of South China's Guangdong province, triumphing.

The Tianhe District Dragon-Lion Dance Sports Association achieved a double victory, winning gold medals in both the traditional Southern and High Pole lion dance events.

The Tianhe association performs at the High Pole Lion Dance event. [Photo/WeChat account: tianhefabu]

Organized by the All-China Sports Federation and co-hosted by the International Sports Exchange Center of the General Administration of Sport of China and the Jiangsu Provincial Sports Department, the competition featured five Chinese traditional sports: Martial arts, health qigong, Go, kite flying, and dragon and lion dances. It attracted 783 participants from 39 countries and regions.

The Tianhe association presented a well-rehearsed traditional lion dance routine. The performance combined cultural heritage with contemporary style – featuring precise movements and dynamic drumming that garnered applause from both judges and spectators.

The Tianhe team presents a traditional Southern Lion Dance. [Photo/WeChat account: tianhefabu]

The achievement highlights the international reach of Chinese traditional sports. The Tianhe association also engaged in exchanges with teams from around the world, sharing cultural stories and promoting understanding.