Festivals Celebrated In China

As China is one cultural diverse country and is listed among the four ancient countries of the world, it celebrates a lot of festivals which are enjoyable and fun. These festivals are an integral part of the country and is the life of the Chinese culture.

Below is a list of a few major festivals in China:

Chinese spring festival

This festival is one of the most important and grand festivals of China and has a history of over 4000 years. The festival starts on the first day of the first month of the chinese calendar and lasts for 15 days. In this festival, families get together and celebrate by eating delicious food and spending time with their loved ones.

Chongyang festival

This festival is celebrated on the ninth day of the ninth month of the Chinese calendar. Due to this, this occasion is also known as the double ninth festival. On this festival, People eat Chongyang cake and drink chrysanthemum wine. Other than this, some people also climb mountains and enjoy the beauty of chrysanthemums.

Yuan Xiao Festival

This Chinese festival is celebrated on the 15th day after the spring festival. It is referred to as the Lantern Festival of China. It marks the continuation and the end of the new year celebration. On this festival, people not only from China, but from all over the world witness the sight of beautiful lanterns of different shapes and sizes at night. Besides, Tangyuan- traditional Chinese food is also eaten on this occasion.

Duanwo festival

This festival is also known as the Dragon Boat festival where people celebrate by gathering together and taking part in or witnessing the dragon ball races. It is one of the oldest Chinese festivals which occurs near the summer solstice and is admired by a lot of people. Not only this, Zong Zi, glutinous rice wrapped in reed leaves is also eaten on this day.

Qingming festival

Also known as the Tomb Sweeping Day, this festival falls on the second of the 24 solar terms in the traditional solar calendar. It has a history of over 2500 years and is celebrated to show respect, to worship ancestors and to enjoy the greenery of spring. In 2008, it was considered to be the Public holiday in China. It is recognised as the traditional reverance of one's ancestors in the culture of china.

Qixi festival

This occasion is held on the seventh day of the seventh month of the Chinese Calendar. Traditionally, the girls showcase their handicrafts and pray for their good husband. But now, It is known to be as the Chinese Valentine's Day where young lovers go out to spend time together and boys send flowers to their girls.