Mid-autumn Festival in Tibet

July,26 2016 BY Master Catherine Jigme 0 COMMENTS

For millions of Chinese around the world, Mid-Autumn Festival is the second most important traditional festival after the Chinese New Year.

Falling on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month of the Chinese calendar, which is usually in September or early October, the festival gets its name because it marks the mid-point of the autumn season.

Chinese people have been celebrating this festival at least since Tang Dynasty (AD 618-907). It is a joyful occasion as the big, bright full moon on this festive day is seen as a symbol of family reunion. Therefore the day is also known as "Reunion Day".

Tourists have posted their photos pictured in Tibet to share their homesick feeling and local Tibetans also celebrate this festival with reunion dinner.

reunion moon in Tibet

About the Author - Master Catherine Jigme

With exceptional passion and outstanding leadership, Mrs. Catherine has dedicated herself to Tibet inbound tourism and China tour for 15 years. As one of the handful females who see great potential of Chinese inbound tourism, Catherine has made great contribution to promoting Tibet tourism and enhancing the employment of Tibetans and prosperity of local Tibetan community.

Over the years, she travelled overseas with Tibet Tourism Bureau many times to promote Tibet tourism. Currently, Catherine works as the marketing director of Tibet Vista, an opinion leader behind the whole team of Tibet Vista.

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