Benzhu Worship 本主节

Tuesday, 11. February 2025 in 上湾桥本主庙

Benzhu Festival part 1, the next day it is in the lower part of Wanqiao.

Benzhu are local protector deities in the Dali area, their worship is a key element of Bai identity. In the Dali area, almost every Bai village has a Benzhu Temple, the home of a local protector spirit. These protector spirits are mostly historic figures, such as local heros, kings, generals or others who have through good deeds won the adulation of the local population. Each Benzhu usually has his own festival day, with activities varying greatly from place to place.

See related festivals.

Picture:
Festival held according to lunar calendar on 农历1月14.

Other Festivals at or near this Location

NameDate
Receiving Jingu 接金姑25 March 2024
Benzhu Worship 本主节10 Feb. 2025