Bombing the God of War

To mark the end of the lunar new year in Taitung, the locals have a ceremony whereby they blast the God of War with firecrackers. The hope is that by warming his spirit it will bring good luck to the town. I shot this video when I was there for the festival. It is nothing short of insane.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E_OvlNfRX58

That’s the HanDan festival I think…

I think you’re right.
http://www.chinapost.com.tw/taiwan/arts-&-leisure/2009/02/08/195189/Once-a.htm