The boat race fresco at Sulamani Temple (built 1183 A.D.) in Bagan (Pagan) Myanmar, which is riddled with more than 2200 ancient temples from the 11th-13th centuries and earlier.
Celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival: A Fusion of History, Culture, and Excitement
A Journey Through Time: The Historical Significance of the Dragon Boat Festival!
The Dragon Boat Festival, known as Duanwu Jie in Chinese, is a vibrant and exhilarating celebration that combines deep historical roots with rich cultural traditions. Held annually on the fifth day of the fifth month of the lunar calendar, this festival is renowned for its thrilling boat races, colorful customs, and the spirit of community that it fosters. As communities worldwide gear up for this unique festival, let’s dive into its origins, significance, and the myriad ways it is celebrated today.
A Look Back at the Origins
The Dragon Boat Festival has ancient origins, with its most popular legend centered around Qu Yuan, a revered poet and minister from the Warring States period. Qu Yuan, known for his unwavering loyalty to the state of Chu, was exiled due to political machinations. In despair, he drowned himself in the Miluo River on the fifth day of the fifth lunar month. Reading More
The Rose Festival is in full bloom this June! Check out Shawn Realty’s top five Portland events this month below!
1. Rose Festival Fleet Week
📅 Jun 5-9 | 💵 Free
Portland’s waterfront has been a favorite port for ships since 1907. Since then, courtesy visits from the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, and Royal Canadian Navy celebrate over a century of ties with the Navy and more than 80 years of…