Category Festivals & Holidays

Chinese Culture & Tradition, Chinese History & Legend, Festivals & Holidays

China’s Dragon Boat Festival: A Celebration of Culture, History, and Tradition

The Dragon Boat Festival, known as Duanwu Festival (端午节) in Chinese, is a traditional holiday celebrated on the fifth day of the fifth month of the lunar calendar. This festival, rich in cultural heritage and history, is observed with a variety of customs and activities that reflect China's deep-rooted traditions and community spirit. The festival commemorates the life and death of the famous Chinese scholar Qu Yuan and is marked by dragon boat races, the eating of zongzi (rice dumplings), and other festivities.

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June 10, 2024

Chinese Culture & Tradition, Festivals & Holidays

Celebrating Chinese Labor Day & Golden Week

In China, May 1st marks a special day on the calendar – Chinese Labor Day, also known as International Workers' Day or May Day. It's a time to honor the invaluable contributions of workers to society and to advocate for their rights. In combination with Golden Week, the holiday runs from May 1st to May 7th.

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May 3, 2024

Chinese Culture & Tradition, Festivals & Holidays

Qingming Festival: Honoring Our Ancestors

The Qingming Festival, also known as Chinese Memorial Day or Tomb-Sweeping Day, is a traditional Chinese festival that honors ancestors and pays respects to the deceased. It is celebrated on the 15th day after the Spring Equinox, typically falling around April 4th or 5th in the Gregorian calendar. The festival has a history of over 2,500 years and is deeply rooted in Chinese culture and customs.

爱诗礼
April 3, 2024