The Dragon Boat Festival, also known as Duanwu Festival, is a traditional Chinese holiday celebrated on the 5th day of the 5th lunar month. Its origins date back to the Warring States period (475-221 BC).
The festival is primarily commemorated in memory of Qu Yuan, a famous poet and statesman from the Chu Kingdom. Qu Yuan was known for his patriotism and loyalty to his kingdom. When he realized that his country was falling into decline due to corruption and internal strife, he drowned himself in the Miluo River in despair. The local people, in their sorrow and respect for Qu Yuan, raced out in boats to search for his body. They threw rice into the river to prevent fish from eating his body, as well as to pay their respects.
The Dragon Boat Festival is characterized by several customs and activities:
1. Dragon Boat Races: These races are the most well-known aspect of the festival. Teams of rowers compete in long, narrow boats, while a drummer and a flag bearer guide the boat. The races symbolize the search for Qu Yuan's body.
2. Eating Zongzi: Zongzi, or sticky rice dumplings, are a traditional food associated with the Dragon Boat Festival. They are made with glutinous rice, bamboo leaves, and often filled with ingredients like red bean paste, meat, or egg. The shape of the dumplings is said to resemble the dragon boat, and eating them is believed to bring good luck.
3. Hanging Calamus and Mugwort: These two herbs are hung in the home to ward off evil spirits and to protect the family from illness.
4. Wearing Periwinkle Leaves: Periwinkle leaves are worn on the head or tied around the waist as a symbol of protection against evil spirits.
5. Dragon Boat Festival Tea: A special tea is prepared and served during the festival, believed to have medicinal properties and to help prevent illness.
The Dragon Boat Festival is not only a time to honor the memory of Qu Yuan but also a time for people to come together, celebrate their culture, and enjoy the festive atmosphere.
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