Qixi Festival: The Chinese Valentine's Day

The month of the August would surely spring to mind – due to the annual Qixi Festival

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Qixi Festival is a traditional festival celebrated in China, Taiwan, Singapore and other parts of Asia.

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You might notice it is also referred to as Qiqiao Festival, ‘Chinese Valentine’s Day’ or Double Seventh Festival.

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It takes place every year, specifically on the seventh day of the seventh month in the Chinese Lunar Calendar.

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Qixi dates back at least 2,000 years, and is considered a very romantic day.

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It celebrates the annual reunion of Niulang, a mortal, and Zhinü, the goddess of weaving

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According to China Travel, there are a number of traditional customs associated with Qixi.

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It is a day to spend time with one’s partner, go on dates, share gifts, or even get hitched

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