Colourful, well-crafted wooden dragon boats fill the waters of China and Chinese communities in various countries today, 30th May. This is for the Chinese Duanwu Festival, known in western countries … [Read more...] about Chinese Duanwu Festival or Dragon Boat Festival 2017
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Learning About the Chinese Double Ninth Festival
Are you familiar with the Double Ninth Festival? 9th October is a special day for Chinese communities all over the world. They deem the ninth day of the ninth month in the lunar calendar a traditional … [Read more...] about Learning About the Chinese Double Ninth Festival
Different Ways of Celebrating the Hungry Ghost Festival
Chinese communities celebrate the Ghost Festival starting from the 15th of the seventh month in the lunar calendar. They believe that ghosts are freed from hell during this time in search for food, … [Read more...] about Different Ways of Celebrating the Hungry Ghost Festival
Qixi Festival: Chinese Valentine’s Day Then and Now
Qixi Festival, which is the Chinese Valentine’s Day, falls on 9th August this year. It takes place on the 7th day of the 7th month in the lunar calendar. This is the reason why it is also called the … [Read more...] about Qixi Festival: Chinese Valentine’s Day Then and Now
Edinburgh Festival Fringe: The World’s Biggest Arts Festival
The Edinburgh Festival Fringe, which will last until 29th August, kick starts today. It is the largest arts festival in the world, featuring 3,269 shows in 294 venues this year. Simply known as the … [Read more...] about Edinburgh Festival Fringe: The World’s Biggest Arts Festival
Three-Day Festivities Held for Queen’s 90th Birthday
The heavens have blessed the Queen’s 90th Birthday with rain showers, but the heavy downpour did not stop spectators from capping off the three-day event. To show their love for Queen Elizabeth II, … [Read more...] about Three-Day Festivities Held for Queen’s 90th Birthday
UK Celebrates with Chinese Communities in Duanwu Festival 2016
Duanwu Festival, also referred as the Dragon Boat Festival, is one of the most significant celebrations in China and Chinese communities all over the world. This event is commemorated on the 5th day … [Read more...] about UK Celebrates with Chinese Communities in Duanwu Festival 2016