Be Among The Celebrations At The Double Ninth Festival
The Chinese are famous for their different cultures and traditions
, not to mention their colourful festivals. One such traditional celebration is the Double Ninth Festival, also known as the Chongyang Festival that takes place on the 9th day of the 9th lunar month each year. The celebration and its traditions are set for the 9 September 2010 and a feast of food, drink and dance awaits the enthusiastic traveller.The Double Ninth Festival sees many local people gathered in traditional uniforms performing rituals. Devotees are seen climbing mountains, visiting the graves of their ancestors and airing out their houses. The Double Ninth Festival is further regarded as an occasion to cure illness and chase away dangerous spirits.
As the festival day is deemed a public holiday in China, people are seen decorating their homes and streets with colourful flags that represent the function. Street vendors and shops sell the signature delicacies of the festival such as rice cakes and chrysanthemum tea, wine and drink. A host of other activities are also carried out during the Double Ninth Festival.
Visitors planning a trip to China during the festivity period will be enthralled by the offers and activities it brings. The locals also organize mountain climbing races and other outdoor games that are a part of the festivals traditions.
With an array of Chinese festivals gracing the calendar year, such as the Lantern Festival, Mid Autumn Festival, Dragon Boat Festival, Qingming Festival and the Double Seven Festival among many others, a visitor stands a chance to be among great ceremonies at any given date of the year.
Those who are looking for a hotel in Tianjin, in search of a memorable holiday full of pleasant experiences and activities will find Raffles Tianjin a perfect lodging option. This business hotel Tianjin provides you with a list modern facilities and useful amenities for a luxurious stay.
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