Rowing Through Tradition: Celebrating the Dragon Boat Festival with Culture and Festivities
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- May 13
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The Dragon Boat Festival, also known as Duanwu Festival, is a vibrant celebration steeped in tradition, taking place on the fifth day of the fifth lunar month. Marked by thrilling dragon boat races, the festival brings communities together in a spirited display of teamwork and heritage. It’s also a time to enjoy iconic customs such as eating zongzi (sticky rice dumplings wrapped in bamboo leaves) and hanging aromatic herbs to ward off evil. Rooted in the legend of the poet Qu Yuan, the festival honours loyalty, culture, and unity, making it a meaningful occasion that blends excitement with historical significance.
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Everything About the Dragon Boat Festival 2025 in Singapore
An article by Editorial Clean&tidy
The Chinese community makes up the majority of Singaporean citizens. Every year, Singaporeans celebrate various big days in Chinese in accordance with the Chinese lunar calendar.
One of the upcoming big days in Chinese culture is the Dragon Boat Festival. Just like the previous years, the festival will be held on the fifth day of the fifth month in the Chinese lunar calendar.
If you’re looking for the right time to visit Singapore, the day when the Dragon Boat Festival is held may be the right moment in the nearest time frame. Let’s get informed about the festival!
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