The Story Behind It – The Origin of the Festival

Author: Shengtang Feng Studio Compiler
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: Reveals the secrets behind everyday phenomena and answers the questions children most want to know. Why do we eat dumplings during the Winter Solstice but zongzi during the Dragon Boat Festival? Why do we set off firecrackers during Chinese New Year but climb mountains during the Double Ninth Festival? Why do we clink glasses before drinking but blow out candles before eating cake? The Origins of Festivals showcases the colorful folk customs of the world.