The Dragon Boat Festival, also known as the Lantern Festival, is a traditional Chinese festival celebrated on the 15th day of the seventh lunar month. It has a rich history and various customs.

The origin of the festival dates back to the Warring States period (475-221 BC). It is said that the festival was established in memory of Qu Yuan, a loyal minister who drowned himself in the Miluo River to protest against political corruption. To prevent fish from eating his body, local people threw rice into the river. Today, eating zongzi (sticky rice dumplings) is a custom during the festival.
Another custom is to release paper lanterns into the sky. This symbolizes guiding the soul of Qu Yuan to the afterlife. People also set up altars and offer incense to pay tribute to the deceased ancestors. The festival also features performances of dragon boat races, which are believed to be a way to drive away evil spirits.
In some areas, people also light lanterns on riverbanks and decorate their homes with chrysanthemum flowers and paper cuttings. The festival is a time for family reunions, and it's also believed to be the day when the gates of heaven open, allowing spirits to visit their families.
The Dragon Boat Festival, with its rich history and customs, is not only a time to honor the past but also a time for people to come together and celebrate life.
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