Parade in Luoyang
In Luoyang’s heart, where ages sleep,
The cobbled streets their secrets keep;
And through the gate of ancient stone,
The echoes stir, the past is shown.
Men in robes of crimson thread,
With phoenix crowns upon their head,
Move proud beneath the lantern light—
A river flowing, bold and bright.
Their footsteps speak of kings and clay,
Of dynasties long passed away;
Yet here they march, in rhythm deep,
As if the land itself would weep.
Old town awakes in silk and song,
And time itself walks slow, and long.
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Wonderful photo, like a stop back to the 19th Century or earlier.
ReplyDeleteMore like 14th century
DeleteThis is a brilliant. One of my favorites from you.
ReplyDeleteI am thinking of expanding street shots beyond Melbourne lol
DeleteAl principio he pensado "qué cambiado esta Melbourne" luego me he dado cuenta que estamos en China
ReplyDeleteI wasn't too sure if I should start featuring street shots outside Melbourne
DeleteMarvelous! So very interesting to see the traditional clothing. Something I enjoy seeing around the world and has always been an interest of mine. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteI am not done enough streets around the world
DeleteLovely
ReplyDeleteOur imagination dress in color this magnificent monochrome parade.
ReplyDeleteI like it better in B+W
DeleteI don't always stop to read the poems as I proceed through blogs, but I like them when I do.
ReplyDeleteIt is getting tiring to write poems
DeleteThat's really a great photo and poem.
ReplyDeleteFunny that I have done a little experiment
DeleteWell done!
DeleteI wonder what event they are hosting? I do like their traditional costumes.
ReplyDeleteThey add interests to the frame
Delete...great to see, thanks.
ReplyDeleteUn mundo y una cultura que no suele dejarse ver de este modo, inunda las calles. Toda una gran fiesta.
ReplyDeleteWonderful poetry to match the photo.
ReplyDeleteI love their traditional clothing!
ReplyDeleteSo you were / are in Luoyang? Can't remember the name of that music instrument...
ReplyDeleteInteresting traditional clothing
ReplyDeleteCeremonial attire.
ReplyDeleteLooks great
ReplyDeleteWonderful shot. Great traditions :-D
ReplyDeleteI love a nice parade.
ReplyDeleteI commented earlier but wanted to thank you for sharing with FFO. Have a nice weekend.
ReplyDeleteWhat an excellent photo. I liked the way you paired it with the poem. Thank you for linking up.
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