The Double Ninth Festival is a very important festival for us. It falls on the ninth day of the ninth lunar month. Every region has different customs for this festival. Double Ninth Festival, because with? For a long time, homophony has the meaning of longevity, health and longevity. On the Double Ninth Festival in Nanjing, locals usually eat Double Ninth Cake. The Double Ninth Festival has always had the custom of enjoying chrysanthemums, and so has Nanjing.

First, the origin of the Double Ninth Festival

This festival was celebrated a long time ago, also known as? Rock climbing festival? 、? Chrysanthemum Festival? It is said that it was before. In fact, there are many versions of the origin of this festival. Some people say that it originated from the Western Han Dynasty, while others say that it originated from the Eastern Han Dynasty. This festival has a long history, and we also heard Qu Yuan mention it in his poem "Journey". The Double Ninth Festival was formed as early as the Warring States Period. In the Tang Dynasty, the Double Ninth Festival was officially designated as a folk festival. Since then, it has been passed down from generation to generation.

2. What foods are there in the Double Ninth Festival?

The most important food on this day is Chongyang cake. This kind of food is cooked differently in the north and the south. In the north, there are Chongyang cakes, oil sugar stoves, steamed noodles cakes, flowers and fruits, which are sweet, soft and delicious. Chongyang cake in the south is mainly made of glutinous rice flour, which can be made into many different colors. Chrysanthemum wine must also be drunk on this day. Drinking at the Double Ninth Festival in autumn and winter is very beneficial to human body. Persimmon is also one of the delicacies of the Double Ninth Festival.

What are the customs of the Double Ninth Festival?

The first time you climb a mountain, there is the custom of climbing on the Double Ninth Festival. It is most suitable to climb high and overlook in this season, which can achieve a relaxed and happy mood.

Second, eat Chongyang cake. Eating this has a very good meaning, that is, you have the auspicious meaning of climbing high and eating cakes step by step, which is a very auspicious meaning.

Third, enjoy the chrysanthemum, commonly known as the chrysanthemum moon in September of the lunar calendar. On this day, chrysanthemum festivals are held in many places, and chrysanthemums symbolize longevity. The custom of inserting Evodia rutaecarpa was popular in ancient times, so it is also called Cornus Festival. Can dogwood be used as medicine to make wine, strengthen the body and get rid of diseases?