The 2024 Taipei International Dragon Boat Championships was a spectacular showcase that beautifully combines Taipei’s modern cityscape, riverside development, and rich tradition of dragon boat racing. It took place from June 8 to June 10, 2024, at the picturesque Dajia Riverside Park in the Zhongshan District of Taipei City, and brought together a blend of cultural festivities and competitive sports.
Photo from Taiwan Tourism Board
The 2024 Taipei International Dragon Boat Championships
The 2024 Taipei International Dragon Boat Championships featured a variety of engaging activities designed to celebrate and promote the ancient art of dragon boat racing. Participants and spectators alike including helmsman training sessions, on-land rowing tank training, dragon boat training, traditional boat eye dotting, and river blessing ceremonies.
Each year, the 2024 Taipei International Dragon Boat Championships attracts skilled teams of rowers from Taiwan and around the globe, competing fiercely for glory on the waters of Taipei. This year’s occasion continues to market a unique image of Taipei through the lens of sports tourism, drawing visitors to experience the city’s vibrant culture and scenic beauty.
More information can be found on the official website: https://dragonboat.taipei/En/
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