Mojiang International Twins Festival, Puer

Chinese Name: 墨江国际双胞胎节
English Name: Mojiang International Twins Festival and Hani Ethnic Sun Festival
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Date: 29 April–1 May
Place: Mojiang county , Pu’er City.

Mojiang, with its county seat being exactly on the Tropical cancer, is often referred to be where the sun turns. It is the only Hani ethnic autonomous county in China. The 0.3-million population of Mojiang boasts of at least 1,000 pairs of twins, so it’s crowned the “Hometown of Twins”. Hexi Village near the county seat has become most famous because of the mysterious well, the water of which is said to help couples conceive twins after drinking it.

The Mojiang International Twins Festival is the largest twin gathering in China. Thousands of twin pairs from around the world gather in Mojiang Twin Town to celebrate their special festival, showcasing their talents through various performances. During the festival, the streets of Mojiang are filled with twins and triplets.

Origin of the Festival

Located on the Tropic of Cancer, Mojiang County is situated in Pu’er City, Yunnan Province. It is an important stop on the tourist route in southern Yunnan and a must-pass way to Pu’er and Xishuangbanna. Known for its titles as the “Hani Homeland, City of Return, and Home of Twins,” Mojiang is famous for its high twin birth rate. The county is home to over 1,200 pairs of twins (and triplets), earning it the reputation of being the “Home of Twins.” The legendary “Twin Well” in Twin Town attracts many newlywed couples who come to drink from its waters.

Since the inception of the International Twins Festival in 2005, ten successful festivals have been held. This year, the “11th China Mojiang Tropic of Cancer International Twins Festival and Hani Sun Festival” will take place in Mojiang County, Pu’er City, Yunnan Province.

Grand Gathering of Twins

The annual Mojiang Twins Festival is approaching, marking the largest twin gathering in China. Thousands of twin pairs from around the globe will come together in the famous tourist spot of Mojiang Twin Town to celebrate their unique festival, showcasing their talents through various performances. During the festival, the streets of Mojiang will be bustling with twins and triplets, leaving visitors delightfully overwhelmed by their cuteness.

Festival Activities

The main activities of the Mojiang International Twins Festival include:

  • Twin Gala Night
  • Twin Talent Competition
  • Grand Parade of Thousands of Twins
  • Hani “Mo Ni Hei” Carnival
  • Hani Long Street Feast
  • Twin Social Events and Dating
  • Hani Secret Wedding Ceremony on the Tropic of Cancer
  • Hani Folk Activities

Past Events

The 15th Mojiang International Twins Festival was held on November 27, 2019, in conjunction with the 40th anniversary celebrations of the Mojiang Hani Autonomous County. This festival featured local Hani sisters Ma Qianya and Ma Qianyi as ambassadors and invited twin pairs from 11 countries, including Russia, India, the United States, Poland, Niger, Uzbekistan, Lithuania, Iran, Nigeria, Greece, and Ukraine, along with notable figures such as the tallest twins in the world, the LavTwins, synchronized swimming world champions Jiang Wenwen and Jiang Tingting, pop musician and producer Xu Ziwei, national first-class actor Yang Qianlin, and many other celebrities.

The 18th Mojiang Tropic of Cancer International Twins Festival and Hani Sun Festival will be held from May 1 to May 5, 2024, featuring over 20 activities, including bonfire parties, secret weddings, a metaverse electronic music festival, street folk music, and a hundred-meter-long painting project.