What are the customs of the Chongyang Festival () a. Appreciating chrysanthemums b. Drinking chrysanthemum wine c. Inserting cornelian cherry d. Climbing to a high altitude

The Chrysanthemum Festival has the customs of enjoying chrysanthemums, drinking chrysanthemum wine, inserting dogwoods, and climbing up to high altitudes.

I. Ascending High

On the Chongyang Festival, people have the custom of ascending high. Climbing is to welcome the arrival of autumn, but also means the pursuit of elevation, the pursuit of progress. People will choose some mountains or hilly areas and climb to the top of the mountain or a high place to enjoy the beautiful scenery and relax, as well as to pray for health and peace. During the process of climbing, you can also share the joy with your friends and relatives*** and enhance your relationship.

Two, chrysanthemum

Chrysanthemum Festival is in the fall, chrysanthemums in full bloom, so chrysanthemums have become a traditional custom. People go to parks, flowerbeds or their own gardens to enjoy chrysanthemums and various colorful chrysanthemums. Chrysanthemum, as the representative flower of autumn, symbolizes strength, cleanliness and longevity. Enjoying chrysanthemums not only allows you to appreciate the beautiful flowers, but also to feel the scent of autumn and experience the charm of nature.

Three: Drinking Chrysanthemum Wine

Besides enjoying chrysanthemums, there is also the custom of drinking chrysanthemum wine on Chongyang Festival. Chrysanthemum wine is a kind of wine made from chrysanthemum flowers, which has the effect of cooling and quenching thirst. On the day of Chung Yeung Festival, people will pick fresh chrysanthemums, process them and put them into white wine to soak, making the fragrance of chrysanthemums and the aroma of wine blend together. Drinking chrysanthemum wine can be a prayer for good luck and prosperity, as well as a symbol of welcoming autumn and being full of hope.

Four, insert dogwood

Inserting dogwood is also one of the traditional customs of Chongyang Festival. Cornus officinalis is a plant with a strong aroma, which is believed to have the effect of warding off evil spirits and praying for good luck. People stick cornelian leaves or branches in front of doors, windowsills or indoors to ward off evil spirits and disasters, as well as to express their blessings to family members. Inserting cornelian cherry is a beautiful ceremony to let people feel the solemnity and joy of the festival.

Fifth, Chongyang Carnival

In some places, Chongyang Festival has also evolved into a form of carnival. People organize a variety of cultural performances, parades, fairs and other celebrations. Chongyang carnivals often incorporate traditional culture and modern elements, attracting a large number of tourists and spectators. This form of celebration preserves traditional customs, but also injects new vitality and charm.