{"id":27492,"date":"2013-09-02T12:01:18","date_gmt":"2013-09-02T11:01:18","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.travelhouseuk.co.uk\/news\/?p=27492"},"modified":"2021-02-13T11:29:39","modified_gmt":"2021-02-13T11:29:39","slug":"discover-the-sensuous-hong-kong-mid-autumn-festival","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.travelhouseuk.co.uk\/news\/events-festivals\/discover-the-sensuous-hong-kong-mid-autumn-festival.htm","title":{"rendered":"Discover the Sensuous Hong Kong Mid Autumn Festival"},"content":{"rendered":"

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If you ever wanted to explore the streets of China then this is the perfect opportunity for you to indulge in and experience the very best of this country because it is that time of the year when its best festival takes place. This is your chance to escape to the world of fiery dragons and the colourful lanterns that light up the whole sky at night. This September is the best time to visit Hong Kong and join them in the celebrations of a good harvest. Yes, the Mid Autumn Festival is only days away hence it is time for you to stop procrastinating and book your cheap\u00a0airline tickets\u00a0to Hong Kong because this is where the festival is taking place.<\/p>\n

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The Mid Autumn Festival is also known as the Moon Cake Festival as it has sumptuous delights waiting for you. The perfect place for you to escape to as every year on the 15th day of the 8th month of the lunar calendar as this is when the moon is at its maximum brilliance and illuminated. The Chinese celebrate “zhongqiuji and this year this falls on the 19th<\/sup> of September 2013. This is the time for you to enjoy a fun and adventurous family vacation in Hong Kong as the city is in full festive mood and is ready to wow you this September. So make sure you do not miss out on this wonderful and much talked about festival. This is your chance to witness the moon being brought to earth as the designers create a giant eco light display which seems like the moon has been brought down to earth.<\/p>\n

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This is displayed at the Lantern Wonderland. The eighty seven meter long dragon is going to take the streets of Tai Hang by storm this festival and is simply going to leave you mesmerized. The ancient rituals and traditions of China are simply worth witnessing so do not miss out on this wonderful opportunity to watch the breathtaking moon dappled harbor views which is Hong Kong’s specialty and do not forget to try out each and every delicacy as the traditional cuisine is simply going to blow you away. Do not worry about the time because this festival is going to last all week and just in time for you to try out every moon cake that they have to offer.<\/p>\n

Give your taste buds a vacation too this September as Hong Kong<\/strong><\/a> has what it takes and is providing you with the best of their cuisine so do not miss out. The children are told of stories about a moon fairy who lives at the crystal palace and only comes out to dance beautifully on the moons shadowed surface. this legend dates back to the ancient times and has still lived on since the day that ten suns appeared in the sky all at once. Find out all the legendary stories behind this mystery woman and be prepared to be mesmerized by every story. The rich culture and fascinating history of China is just what you need on your break away from the monotonous work routine. So book your\u00a0China flights\u00a0today!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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