At the heart of Yinchuan City's Mingcui Lake National Wetland Park in the Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region in the Chinese mainland, the 2025 International Scarecrow Art Festival has kicked off under the inspiring theme of "Miracles."
Spanning 30,000 square meters, the sprawling exhibition features around 40 installations, from towering scarecrows to intricate straw sculptures that bridge China's rich agricultural heritage with cutting-edge artistic expression.
Each piece tells a story: oversized figures symbolizing growth, community and environmental harmony. Visitors can stroll through winding paths, marvel at the engineering behind the giant figures and appreciate the craftsmanship that transforms humble straw into monumental art.
Beyond the visual spectacle, the festival spotlights sustainability. By using locally sourced straw, organizers demonstrate how traditional materials can meet modern design principles, inviting thought leaders, entrepreneurs and travelers to consider new approaches to resource use.
As an international platform, the festival attracts artists and audiences from diverse backgrounds, fostering cultural exchange and broadening global perspectives. Whether you're a tech-savvy traveler, a business innovator or an art lover, Ningxia's Scarecrow Art Festival delivers a fresh dose of inspiration.
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