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【Chinese Festivals & Traditions】端午节 Dragon Boat Festival
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【Chinese Festivals & Traditions】端午节 Dragon Boat Festival
Discover the rich traditions and legends behind China’s Dragon Boat Festival! Why do people eat sticky rice dumplings (zongzi) and race dragon boats on this special day? Dive into the fascinating story of Qu Yuan and explore how this ancient festival is celebrated today. Perfect for Chinese learners and culture enthusiasts!
Transcript
端午节是中国的传统节日之一,每年农历五月初五庆祝。这一天,人们会用一些特别的方式来纪念古代的爱国诗人屈原,同时也希望家人健康平安。
屈原是战国时期楚国的大臣,因为忠诚正直而被流放。他听说楚国的都城被敌人攻占后,感到非常悲伤,最后跳入汨罗江自尽。当地人为了不让鱼虾吃掉他的身体,就把糯米团投入江中,这就是粽子的起源。
现在,端午节有很多传统活动,比如吃粽子、赛龙舟和挂艾草。粽子是用粽叶包糯米做成的,有的里面有肉,有的放红豆或红枣,味道各不相同。赛龙舟比赛时,队员们一起划船,鼓声响亮,场面热闹非凡。人们还会在门口挂上艾草和菖蒲,据说这样可以驱赶邪气,保护家人平安。
端午节不仅是纪念屈原的日子,还是家人团聚、享受美食的好机会。在这个节日里,我们不仅能吃到美味的粽子,还能感受到中国传统文化的独特魅力。
你有没有过端午节的特别体验呢?快来说一说吧!
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