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Explore the roots of Mid-Autumn Festival through historical artifacts
Updated: Sep 17, 2024
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The 15th day of the eighth lunar month heralds the arrival of Mid-Autumn Festival (Zhongqiu jie; Chinese: 中秋节), a tradition that has been celebrated for millennia. Under the full moon, Chinese ancestors engaged in various meaningful activities, shaping the customs we still cherish today.
Artifacts, as silent witnesses to history, have helped us to preserve these traditions. Let us delve into the annals of time and uncover the mid-autumn customs reflected in these historical relics. Do any of them resonate with your own experiences?
