The Origin of the Traditional Mid-Autumn Festival

The Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Moon Festival, is one of the most significant traditional festivals in China. It has a long history and rich cultural significance.
The origin of the Mid-Autumn Festival dates back to the Tang Dynasty, around the 8th century. According to a popular legend, it was during the rule of Emperor Wuzong of the Tang Dynasty that the festival was established. There was a severe drought that threatened the crops and people's livelihoods. The Emperor offered prayers to the moon, and according to legend, the moon granted his wish, bringing rain and bountiful harvests.
Since then, the Mid-Autumn Festival has been celebrated every year on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month. It is believed that on this night, the moon is at its roundest and brightest. People gather to admire the moon, eat mooncakes, and spend time with their family and friends.
Another story associated with the Mid-Autumn Festival is the tale of Chang'e, a beautiful moon goddess who lived on the moon. According to legend, she was left alone on the moon when her husband, the divine archer Hou Yi, was tricked into taking an elixir of immortality, which led him to the moon. Chang'e remained there, and every Mid-Autumn Festival, people gather to celebrate her, hoping for her presence and the prosperity that the moon symbolizes.
Over the centuries, the Mid-Autumn Festival has become a time for family reunions, expressing gratitude for the harvest, and cherishing the lunar beauty. It is now a time for people of all ages to appreciate the full moon, share mooncakes, and engage in traditional activities that reflect China's rich cultural heritage.
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