The Qingming festival also called ‘Tomb Sweeping Day’ is an important event which usually falls on the 5th of April every year. Regarded as a traditional Chinese festival which involves families paying tribute to their loved ones long departed, Qingming also brings families out into the open to enjoy the lush vegetation of springtime. Select a Sanya resort such as Anantara Sanya Resort & Spa which will offer you suitable accommodation during your stay in the city. This Sanya hotel is sure to be an ideal place to come home to after you experience the charm of this Chinese festival.
Watch as family members are brought to closer as they pray, burn joss paper and celebrate the lives of their dearly beloved. Dating back to the times of the Tang Dynasty, the practice of making the locals gather at the site of the graveyards of their family members was initiated by Emperor Xuanzong more than 2500 years ago. Well known in regions such as Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan, the festival is one of the public holidays that is looked upon with great enthusiasm. Practices include offering food to the deceased and sweeping of the graves. Such a time also provides families the space to go on outings and fly kites denoting the shapes of animals or characters that feature prominently in the local opera scene. Such an event must not be missed when holidaying in Sanya during this festival.
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