"Mid-Autumn Festival", unveiling five mysteries you don't know!
1. The magical changes of the moon
You may know that the moon is full during the Mid-Autumn Festival, but did you know that it’s actually more than just an ordinary full moon? The moon on this day is particularly bright and is called a "supermoon" because it is closest to the earth. This makes it appear larger and brighter than usual.
2. The hidden symbol of mooncakes
In addition to being delicious, mooncakes also have deep symbolic meaning. Mooncakes are round, representing family reunion, and inside the mooncakes, there are sometimes various surprises hidden, symbolizing good luck and happiness in the future.
3. The Mysterious Story of the Crow
One of the Mid-Autumn Festival legends is related to a crow. Legend has it that crows fly towards the sun every Mid-Autumn Festival night in an attempt to devour it , which is why during the festival people light lanterns and fireworks to drive the crows away.
4. Chang'e's Summer Vacation
You may know that Chang'e is one of the protagonists of the Mid-Autumn Festival, but did you know that she actually spends her time on the moon? Legend has it that she grew magical herbs on the moon and spent a lot of time there.
5. International Celebration of Mid-Autumn Festival
Mid-Autumn Festival is not just a Chinese festival, it is also celebrated in unique ways around the world. For example, Vietnam’s “Tet Trung Thu”, South Korea’s “Chuseok” and Malaysia’s “Hari Raya Mid-Autumn Festival”. Celebrations and traditions in different places have their own flavor.
Summarize
Mid-Autumn Festival is a festival full of mysteries and legends, and these secrets make it even more fascinating. Whether you celebrate by gazing at the moon, eating mooncakes, or attending a lantern parade, the Mid-Autumn Festival always brings us many surprising moments.