Weifang, located in the province of Shandong, is known for its traditional handicrafts. It has become the world capital for the manufacture of kites and has organised a large festival every April since 1984. The Festival attracts many Chinese and foreign tourists, both professional and amateur. You can see many different styles and techniques of kite-making.

Highlights :

- Marvel at the enormous number of kites at the Kite Festival
- Learn about their history at the Museum of Kites
- Find out how Chinese kites are made at Yangjia Bu