Kite Capital of the World

Kite Capital of the World

This man isn’t fighting a dragon—he’s flying one. At the Weifang Kite Festival in Shandong, China, scenes like this are normal. Weifang is known as the kite capital of the world, and for good reason. People here have been flying kites for over a thousand years.

Every spring, the skies fill with massive creatures, cartoon characters, and animals, all tethered to the earth by rope and willpower.

Some of these kites take teams to control. It’s not just for show—many designs carry meaning. You’ll see dragons, phoenixes, and symbols from old stories and Chinese history. It’s tradition, but it’s also fun. Kids fly small ones, adults battle the wind with giants. In this part of the world, flying a kite isn’t just a hobby. It’s a way to connect—with culture, community, and the sky above.

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