Children in traditional Mongolian costumes are seen during the first winter Nadam of this year, in Xilinhot, north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, Jan. 4, 2008. [Xinhua Photo]

Women in traditional Mongolian costumes are seen during the first winter Nadam of this year, in Xilinhot, north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, Jan. 4, 2008. [Xinhua Photo]

Herdsmen in traditional Mongolian costumes are seen during the first winter Nadam of this year, in Xilinhot, north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, Jan. 4, 2008. [Xinhua Photo]

Herdsmen attend a horse racing during the first winter Nadam of this year, in Xilinhot, north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, Jan. 4, 2008. [Xinhua Photo]

Nadam, meaning entertainment and playing in Mongolian language, is a traditional entertainment and games festival of the Mongolian ethnic group. During the event, over 200 local residents participate in activities like horse racing, archery and Mongolian wrestling.

(Xinhua News Agency January 7, 2008)