In pictures: Chinese fire walking festival 'Lianhuo'
In pictures: Chinese fire walking festival 'Lianhuo'
Show all 4Men in China's Zhejiang province have been testing their mettle at the traditional 'Lianhuo' festival which involves walking over burning coals in order to ward off evil spirits. People also pray for good fortune, the ritual is unique to the province in Pan'an county.
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