The major activities and contents of the Dragon Boat Festival (Zhuangyuan Jie) are as follows:
1. **Duanwu Dragon Boat Racing (龙舟竞渡)**: The most famous activity is the dragon boat race, where teams of rowers compete, while a person, typically wearing a headpiece that represents a dragon, stands at the front and steers the boat. It symbolizes commemorating the patriotic poet Qu Yuan who drowned himself in a river due to the corrupt ruler during the Warring States period.
2. **Offering to Ancestors (祭祀)**: During this day, many Chinese people make offerings to their ancestors to pay respects. This may include setting up altars with food, flowers, incense, paper offerings, and burning joss sticks.
3. **Making Zongzi (粽子的制作)**: Zongzi are glutinous rice dumplings traditionally made for this festival. There are many different types, shapes, and fillings, with different regions having their own variations.
4. **Wearing Periwinkle Leaves (艾草驱蚊)**: The Chinese periwinkle leaf, known for its fragrance and anti-mosquito properties, is commonly hung in the home during the Dragon Boat Festival.
5. **Sitting Up Late (熬夜)**: On the eve of the Dragon Boat Festival, families are supposed to sit up late in honor of Qu Yuan's longevity and his resistance against his government. The longer the vigil, the more respect shown.
6. **Bamboo Cutting and Tying (剪纸扎灯笼)**: Creative activities such as making paper cuttings, paper lanterns, and bamboo crafts are often part of the festive spirit.
7. **Drying Fish (腌鱼)**: Some coastal communities dry fish during this festival as a traditional practice.
8. **Listening to Stories of Qu Yuan**: The legend and story of Qu Yuan are told to children on this day to teach them about the hero's sacrifice and the meaning of the holiday.
These activities aim to remember the history and values of the Dragon Boat Festival while celebrating with family and friends.
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