The week-long Zhongshan Cuisine Culture Carnival kicked off in Xingzhong Plaza on September 29. With the main venue in the Sunwen West Road pedestrian street and sub-venues in towns and districts, it was a grand gathering with Zhongshan characteristics for local residents and tourists.

At Xingzhong Plaza and Sunwen West Road, the tasty roasted Shiqi Pigeons entice many visitors. (Photo/Wen Zhicheng)

Skilled chef prepares delicacies on the spot. (Photo/Wen Zhicheng)

When the city lights up, residents and tourists start to look for delicacies. (Photo/Xia Shengquan)

A wide range of culinary culture activities are organized across the city. The picture shows the bustling Lantern Street in Xiaolan Town on September 29, also the Mid-Autumn Festival. (Photo/Huang Yijie)

On the night of the Mid-Autumn Festival, numerous residents are attracted to the Sunwen West Road pedestrian street. (Photo/Yi Chengle)

Creative cultural products provided by Shenwan Town are popular.

The glittery Qijiang River bank. (Photo/Jian Jianwen)