Villagers in Xintun Buyi Village gathered to make pillow-shaped zongba, in Wangmo County, Guizhou Province on April 16, 2026. (Photo: VCG)

In Wangmo County, Guizhou Province, preparations are underway for the upcoming Sanyuesan festival, the third day of the third month on traditional Chinese calendar, a traditional celebration observed by several ethnic groups in southern China, including Buyi people.

People layer fillings into pillow-shaped zongba in Wangmo County, Guizhou Province on April 16, 2026. (Photo: VCG)

Villagers in Xintun Buyi Village were busy making pillow-shaped zongba, a local sticky rice delicacy that is often prepared for family gatherings and festive occasions. The atmosphere in the village is filled with activity, tradition and anticipation for the days ahead.

Village residents tie pillow-shaped zongba in Wangmo County, Guizhou Province on April 16, 2026. (Photo: VCG)