Lantern Festival Customs: On the 15th day of the first lunar month, people celebrate the Lantern Festival by eating sweet dumplings, viewing lanterns, and solving lantern riddles; China's Valentine's Day - College Student Development Network - College Student Success Network

by dxscc on 2011-02-16 13:39:18

Yuanxiao Festival Custom: On the 15th day of the first lunar month, people make a lot of noise to celebrate Yuanxiao Festival, eating yuanxiao (sweet dumplings), watching lanterns and guessing lantern riddles. It is also known as Chinese Valentine's Day.

The Yuanxiao Festival is a traditional Chinese festival, so it is celebrated all over the country. The customs in most areas are similar, but each place still has its own characteristics.