▲ Why do people celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival?
Rooted in ancient moon worship and agricultural rituals, the festival honors the autumn harvest and represents people's gratitude for family, peace and prosperity. The festival also commemorates the myth of Chang'e, the moon goddess, who drank the elixir of immortality and now lives on the moon. Her story, filled with longing and love, adds a layer of mystery and emotion to the celebrations.