The Dragon Boat Festival, one of the most traditional festivals in China, falls on the May 5th in the lunar calendar.

People celebrate this festival in memory of Qu Yuan, who was a Chinese poet. Besides, people in China will also hold a variety of activities to honor him, such as dragon boat racing、eating zongzi and so on.

People from north prefer sweet zongzi, while people from south like savory ones with meat in it.

Dragon boat racing has developed into a water sport,mainly takes place in southern China.

People also hang mugwort and cglamus leaves around their doors, to bring good luck.

Through a series of activities, people all over the country can feel the cultural connotation of the Dragon Boat Festival and experience the unique charm of China's traditional festivals.