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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

Culture6 min

The Chinese dragon: the serpent that brings the rain

Symbolism of the Chinese dragon (long): benevolent creature of the waters, imperial five-clawed emblem, master of rain, and why the Chinese call themselves its descendants.

March 18, 2026Read