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There are a wide variety of traditional and modern festivals and events in China
that are based on both lunar and solar calendars. Chinese festivals and events
occur throughout the whole year. Festivals of China showcase the rich traditional
and cultural heritage of China. All the events and festivals are celebrated with
same enthusiasm and play a very important role in Chinese society.
People of all sections of the society participate in all festivals and events
with full excitement. Whether it is Dragon festival or Kite festival all festivals
of China have their own color and flavor.
Major Festivals and Events of China
Chinese New Year
The Chinese New Year is the most exciting and colorful event of China. The religious
ceremony is traditionally attached with this festival. Communal feast commonly
called as "Weilu" are organized on this occasion. It epitomizes the
family unity and tribute the past and present generations.
Ching Ming Festival
This festival is also known as the Grave sweeping festival or the Spring Remembrance
festival and is celebrated on 5th April. Ching Ming festival is an ancient festival
of China and is dedicated to ancestors' worship.
Tin Hau Festival
This festival is celebrated in the month of April or in early May and is dedicated
to Goddess of Sea regionally known as Tin Hau. There are numerous of holy shrines
constructed in her glory along the coastal areas of China.
The Dragon Boat Event
This event is celebrated on the 5th day of the 5th moon in the month of June.
Over the period this event had taken the form of most exciting festival in Hong
Kong. The intricately designed, colorfully painted dragon boats are the highlight
of this event. Dragon Boat Event is also known by the name of Tuen Ng Festival.
Cheng Chau Festival
Also called the Festival of Bun Hills, Cheng Chau festival occurred in the month
of May. The celebrations include parades, opera performances and the breath-taking
trait of bun towers-large bamboo structure heaped with sweet buns.
Birthday of Buddha
The birthday of Lord Buddha is one of the foremost events of China. It is held
on the 8th day of the fourth moon. China's people celebrates birthday of Buddha
in Mahayana tradition. On this auspicious occasion thousand of devotees pray
for forgiving their sins and for achieving wisdom and peace.
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