The Mid-Autumn Festival in the Imperial Court of China: A Celebration of Unity and Prosperity
The Mid-Autumn Festival, or Zhongqiu Jie (中秋节), is one of the most cherished traditional festivals in China, steeped in cultural significance and marked by customs that celebrate harvest, family, and unity. Traditionally celebrated on the 15th day of the 8th month of the lunar calendar, the festival has long been associated with the moon and…