What is the origin of Qiu Yun Zhonghe Festival? When is the Zhonghe Festival in Qiu Yun?

The Zhonghe Festival originated in the Tang Dynasty and was established by Emperor Shi Li of Tang Dezong in the fifth year of Zhenyuan (AD 789). The main sacrifices are sun gods, land gods and mountain gods.

In 2009, Qiu Yun Zhonghe Culture Festival was designated as "Intangible Cultural Heritage and Intangible Cultural Heritage Demonstration Protection Point" by Shaanxi Province. In Qiu Yun, this traditional festival 1000 years ago has been preserved.

Qiu Yun Zhonghe Festival is held from the first day of February to the first day of March, and February 15th is the busiest day of Qiu Yun Zhonghe Festival. In 20 12, more than 300,000 people held red flags to pray and burn incense in Qiu Yun, which was unprecedented!