There are still one days to go before the Dragon Boat Festival and people across the country have already started celebrations.
the dragon-boat races
Major events are taking place in various cities, each with its own special feature and creativity.
The Dragon Boat Festival is celebrated on the 5th day of the 5th month of the Chinese lunar calendar. Chinese call this day Duan-Wu.
zongzi (glutinous rice wrapped to form a pyramid using bamboo or reed leaves)
Dragon boat racing is one of the major events to mark the festival. A series of Dragon Boat events have kicked off in other places including traditional performances, eating Zong zi, and wine drinking.
