The Moon Festival

Today is the Moon Festival, one of the most important festivals in China. The Moon Festival is Auguest 15 based on the lunar calander, a full moon day.

On this day family members would get together, like American Thansgiving Day. Sons and daughters working away from home hope reunions with parents and would like to celebrate this festival together . Usually moon cakes are prepared to eat. Round-shaped fruits are popular, such as apples and water melons. These round-shaped things are set on the table in the moon light, indicating a happy family. Family sit outside and chat on the porch while viewing this fullest and brightest moon.