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China

Traditions8 min

The Dragon Boat Festival: when China paddles for Qu Yuan

History and traditions of the Dragon Boat Festival (端午节 Duanwu) in China: dragon boat races, zongzi, Qu Yuan, and rituals of the fifth lunar month.

June 30, 2026Read

China

Traditions5 min

The Lantern Festival: when China lights up the night

History and traditions of the Lantern Festival (元宵节) in China: lanterns, riddles, tangyuan, dragon and lion dances, the fifteenth night of the New Year.

June 26, 2026Read

China

Traditions5 min

The Chinese kite: two thousand years in the wind

History of the Chinese kite (fengzheng): ancient invention, military uses, popular art, the capital Weifang and the symbolism of cutting the string in spring.

May 29, 2026Read

China

Traditions6 min

Chinese New Year: the Spring Festival, the world's largest celebration

Origins, legends and rituals of Chinese New Year: the Nian monster, the red envelopes, the reunion dinner, the lion dances and the Lantern Festival.

May 19, 2026Read

China

Traditions6 min

Mid-Autumn Festival: the full moon, mooncakes and Chang'e

Origins, legends and customs of the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival: the goddess Chang'e, mooncakes, the family reunion and the worship of the full moon.

February 19, 2026Read