What folk activities are there in Hengshui vernal equinox?

I am in Hengshui City, Hebei Province. Hengshui is a northern city of China with a long history and profound cultural heritage. The vernal equinox is one of the traditional solar terms in China, and the time of vernal equinox in a year is usually around March 20th. On this special day, Hengshui citizens will hold various forms of celebrations and traditional customs. The following are some traditional customs about the vernal equinox in Hengshui, which are introduced as follows:

First, sweeping graves to worship ancestors On the vernal equinox, Hengshui citizens will go to their ancestors' cemeteries for sacrificial activities. This custom has a long history in China, and Hengshui is no exception. On this day, Hengshui citizens will go to the ancestral cemetery to burn incense for their deceased relatives and express their respect and yearning for their ancestors. At the same time, I also hope that the souls of our ancestors will be peaceful and blessed.

Second, eating the vernal equinox is the middle node of spring, and it is also the most abundant time of fresh vegetables in a year. On this day, Hengshui citizens will collect fresh vegetables, such as tender asparagus and cauliflower, as food for the Spring Equinox. The most traditional one is tender asparagus. Hengshui citizens believe that eating spring vegetables can dispel diseases and strengthen the body, eliminate disasters and exorcise evil spirits.

Third, the spring outing is a good time to play, the weather is sunny and the climate is pleasant. On this day, Hengshui citizens will go to parks, scenic spots, historical sites and other places to enjoy the beautiful scenery and feel the breath of spring. At the same time, it is also a good opportunity to enhance family ties, friendship and love.

Fourthly, inserting willow branches is one of the traditional customs of Hengshui vernal equinox. Hengshui citizens will collect soft willow branches at the vernal equinox and make various decorations, such as wicker garlands and wicker baskets. In addition, some schools, institutions, enterprises and institutions in Hengshui will also decorate doors and windows, corridors and other places with willow branches to create a strong spring atmosphere.

Sunbathing in spring is another traditional custom of the vernal equinox in Hengshui. Hengshui citizens believe that

The custom of sunbathing in spring originated in ancient China. According to legend, the sunny vernal equinox is conducive to the growth of vegetation, and sunbathing in spring can promote human health. Hengshui citizens will choose this day to go outdoors to bask in the sun, while drying clothes, mattresses and other items, also known as "spring day."

6. It is one of the traditional customs of Hengshui vernal equinox to send spring cattle. On this day, some villages and pastoral areas in Hengshui will hold spring cattle sending activities. During the activity, people will choose a young and strong bull, decorate it beautifully, and then drive or ride a horse to lead the bull around the village to pray for a bumper harvest and peace.

Cockfighting Competition Cockfighting Competition is a traditional custom of Hengshui Spring Equinox Festival. On this day, Hengshui citizens will get together and hold a cockfighting competition. In the competition, the contestants will choose to raise healthy and strong cocks for fierce competition. It is believed that cockfighting competition can increase the vitality and vitality of pet chickens, and at the same time, it can also enhance the feelings among family members.

Flying kites is one of the traditional spring activities in China, and it is also one of the traditional customs of Hengshui Vernal Equinox Festival. On this day, Hengshui citizens will make all kinds of kites, such as phoenix, birds, insects and dragons, and then fly them in parks or open grasslands. People believe that flying kites can represent the pursuit of freedom and happiness, and it is also a good opportunity for children to play and exercise. In a word, Hengshui Vernal Equinox Festival is rich in traditional customs and cultural heritage. These customs and cultures are not only ways for people to worship their ancestors, celebrate spring and promote family, friendship and love, but also a way to inherit and carry forward the excellent traditional culture of the Chinese nation.