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The most explosive event of the year is back on once again in Tainan. The two-day Yanshui beehive Fireworks Festival kicked off on Monday, a much-awaited event for locals and visitors from afar. Tainan Mayor Huang Wei-che set off the inaugural firecracker string, which was immediately followed by the first beehive parading along the streets of Tainan alongside local deities. If you’re looking for a thrilling getaway with a bang, Tainan is the place to go.

They set the firecrackers alight and dash off to inaugurate the annual Yanshui Beehive Fireworks Festival.

Mayor Huang Wei-che greets guests from Taiwan and abroad, showing them this unique tradition that’s attracted international attention. But before you go off detonating explosives, make sure you’re safe.

Huang Wei-che
Tainan Mayor
You should wear a helmet. And you should make sure you take all necessary protections so everyone can be safe and sound.

The first beehive sets off on its parade, to the delight of seasoned revelers ready for a blast.

They include this fully-protected young lady, who’s been enjoying the thrill of explosions since before she was even born.

- She’s seen them for more than 10 years. For me, it’s been a couple more.

- I’m wearing a helmet, a thick jacket and jeans.
- How many times have you taken part?
- Since I was in my mom’s tummy.

For a novice, getting bombarded with fireworks can be flustering. But veterans can’t get enough of it, cool as cucumbers.

- It’s great, really chill. It feels great.

Protective gear is a must. And so is finding a good spot to not block the rockets. The point is for them to travel far as an offering for the gods.

The two day event will feature more than 200 firework beehives in varying sizes going on loud and explosive processions around the city. Nearby, the Taiwan Lantern Festival in Chiayi and the Yuejin Lantern Festival are also drawing visitors to Southern Taiwan, and Tainan is expecting a great turnout.

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