A traditional Jin Opera performance is staged at Baotou Grand Theater in Baotou, North China’s Inner Mongolia autonomous region, Oct 5. Jin Opera originated in the central area of Shanxi province. It is one of the four Bangzi operas –– a type of opera distinguished by its use of wooden clappers and energetic singing, which is extremely popular in Shanxi province, Inner Mongolia autonomous region, and Hebei province. [Photo/Baotou Daily]