Revelation! On the 19th day of the first lunar month, do you know which traditional festival is carnival?
The 19th day of the first lunar month is a special day every year, which is a traditional festival full of laughter and liveliness, and it is also known as the Lantern Festival. This festival is not only an important moment for Chinese to celebrate, but also a cultural treasure that has been passed down for thousands of years.
The origins of the Lantern Festival can be traced back to ancient festival customs, and over time, it has gradually evolved into a national celebration. On this day, people will eat Lantern Festival, enjoy lanterns, guess lantern riddles, set off fireworks, etc., which are all essential traditional activities of the Lantern Festival.
Eating Lantern Festival is a major feature of the Lantern Festival. Lantern Festival is a spherical food made from glutinous rice flour with a variety of fillings, sweet and salty. Sitting around as a family and savoring the delicious Lantern Festival is one of the warmest moments of the Lantern Festival.
Flower lanterns are one of the important customs of the Lantern Festival. Flower lanterns are beautiful works of art made from paper or silk and painted with various patterns and auspicious words. People will hold lanterns, stroll through the streets and alleys, admire the lanterns of various shapes and colors, and enjoy the feast of the eyes.
Guessing lantern riddles is also a major feature of the Lantern Festival. People would write riddles on the lanterns for people to guess. This kind of activity is not only fun, but also exercises people's thinking skills and intelligence.
Fireworks are one of the most lively moments of the Lantern Festival. When the fireworks are set off, colorful sparks bloom in the air, bringing visual shock and enjoyment to people. At the same time as the fireworks, people will also set off firecrackers, gongs and drums, creating a happy and peaceful atmosphere.
In addition to these activities, there are many other traditional customs of the Lantern Festival. For example, in some places, people will go through the streets on this day, where a group of people will play various roles such as dragon dance, lion dance, drumming, etc., to pray for happiness and good fortune in the coming year. There are also festivals where people gather to celebrate, singing, dancing, and performing plays to celebrate this traditional festival.
The significance of the Lantern Festival lies not only in the fact that it is a traditional festival, but also in the traditional culture and values it contains. It has inherited the essence of thousands of years of culture and reflects people's yearning and pursuit of a better life. This festival is a time for people to enjoy not only good food, pleasing activities for the eyes, but also an atmosphere of family, friendship and reunion.
The Lantern Festival on the 19th day of the first lunar month is a traditional festival full of laughter and excitement. Let us inherit and carry forward this traditional culture together, so that more people can understand and feel its charm. Let's celebrate the Lantern Festival together on this special day and have a good time!