Dragon Boat Festival, also known as Duanwu Festival, is a traditional Chinese festival celebrated on the 5th day of the 5th lunar month. Apart from enjoying zongzi (sticky rice dumplings), there are several other customs and activities associated with this festival. Here's an introduction to some of them in English:
1. Dragon Boat Racing: The most famous activity of the Dragon Boat Festival is dragon boat racing. Teams of rowers compete in long boats, which are shaped like a dragon. The race is accompanied by the rhythmic beating of drums, and it is believed to be a way to honor the poet Qu Yuan, who drowned himself in the river to protest corruption.
2. Hanging Calamus and Mugwort: It is a custom to hang the leaves of calamus and mugwort around the home. These plants are believed to ward off evil spirits and insects. People also tie these leaves into a bag and hang it on their doors.
3. Wearing Periwinkle: In some regions, people wear periwinkle leaves on their wrists or necks. Periwinkle is believed to have medicinal properties and can protect against evil spirits and diseases.
4. Eating Fish: It is customary to eat fish during the Dragon Boat Festival. Fish symbolizes surplus and abundance, and it is often served whole with the head and tail intact to represent the beginning and end of the year.
5. Drinking Realgar Wine: In some areas, people drink realgar wine, which is made by adding realgar (a toxic red mineral) to wine. It is believed that drinking this wine can prevent diseases and improve health.
6. Applying Medicine Paste: Some people apply a paste made from natural ingredients, such as salt, soot, and other herbs, to their forehead and cheeks. This is believed to protect against evil spirits and to prevent illness.
7. Listening to the Story of Qu Yuan: The Dragon Boat Festival is also a time to remember the life and poetry of Qu Yuan. People often gather to listen to stories and recite his poems.
8. Lighting Lanterns: In some regions, children light lanterns and release them into the sky. This is a way to honor the spirits of the ancestors and to wish for good luck and prosperity.
These customs and activities vary by region, but they all contribute to the rich tapestry of the Dragon Boat Festival, a time when people come together to celebrate their heritage and honor their traditions.
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