What are the traditional customs in Suzhou at the vernal equinox?

1. Flower viewing: During the vernal equinox, flowers in various parks and scenic spots in Suzhou began to bloom, such as Humble Administrator's Garden and Lingering Garden. People like to go to these gardens to enjoy flowers and feel the breath of spring.

2. Eat spring cakes: The vernal equinox is a good time to eat spring cakes. Spring cake is a traditional Suzhou snack, made of glutinous rice flour and stuffed with meat, shrimp and vegetables. Eating spring cakes means welcoming the arrival of spring.

3. ancestor worship: in Suzhou, many people will go home to worship their ancestors on the vernal equinox. Sacrificing ancestors is the traditional culture of the Chinese nation, and it is also an expression of respect and gratitude to ancestors.

4. Dragon Boat Race: During the vernal equinox, dragon boat races will be held in some places in Suzhou, which is a traditional water sport in Suzhou and a part of Suzhou folk culture.

5. Catch crabs: At the vernal equinox, crabs begin to appear. Suzhou people like to catch crabs in the river and steam crabs at home, which means good spring.

These are some common customs of Suzhou vernal equinox, which not only enrich people's lives, but also inherit the traditional culture of Suzhou.